In a strong diplomatic statement, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has called upon the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to reconsider its recent $1 billion assistance package to Pakistan, citing concerns over regional stability and the misuse of international aid.
Speaking at a high-level policy forum in New Delhi on Friday, Singh expressed India’s disapproval of the IMF’s decision, highlighting Pakistan’s alleged continued support for cross-border terrorism and its history of mismanaging foreign aid. “The global community, including the IMF, must reflect seriously before extending financial aid to a country that uses such resources to destabilize its neighbors,” Singh stated.
The IMF’s Executive Board recently approved a $1 billion tranche as part of a larger support package aimed at helping Pakistan stabilize its economy, manage debt, and combat inflation. However, India contends that such assistance risks being diverted away from development and into activities that undermine peace in the region.
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“Pakistan’s economic crisis is not just a matter of fiscal mismanagement but also a result of its misplaced priorities. Instead of investing in education, health, or infrastructure, Pakistan continues to expand its military apparatus and engage in proxy conflicts,” Singh said.
He further urged global financial institutions to implement strict oversight mechanisms to ensure transparency and accountability in the use of such funds. “Without robust safeguards, there is a high risk that international aid will only empower those in Pakistan who promote extremism and conflict,” Singh added.
The Indian government has long accused Pakistan of harboring terrorist groups that operate against India, a charge Islamabad routinely denies. However, several international observers and reports have echoed concerns about the misuse of foreign aid by elements within Pakistan’s establishment.
India’s objections come at a time when geopolitical tensions remain high in South Asia, and economic aid decisions by global institutions like the IMF are under increased scrutiny for their broader strategic implications.
Singh concluded his remarks with a call for “responsible global financial governance” and urged institutions like the IMF to ensure that taxpayer-funded assistance promotes peace and cooperation, not hostility.
As of now, the IMF has not responded officially to India’s concerns, but analysts say that Singh’s comments may spark wider debate within international forums about the criteria for extending aid to nations with contentious foreign policy records.
