Pakistan’s Foreign Reserves Reach $21.4 Billion; External Debt Rises to $138 Billion

Islamabad (Qudrat Daily) – Pakistan’s total foreign exchange reserves have reached $21.4 billion, while the country’s external debt has climbed to $138 billion, according to details presented in parliament by the Ministry of Finance Pakistan.

The ministry informed lawmakers that out of the total reserves, $16.2 billion are held by the State Bank of Pakistan, while commercial banks hold $5.19 billion.

According to the data, Pakistan’s external debt and liabilities increased by $7.2 billion during 2025, pushing the total to $138 billion. Meanwhile, domestic debt rose by Rs5,480 billion over the same period, reaching a record Rs55,363 billion.

The figures highlight growing financial pressures on the country’s economy, with rising debt levels and reliance on foreign exchange reserves remaining key challenges for policymakers.