The Pakistan government is resisting the demand due to high inflation that has eroded people's real income
The successful completion of the first review would enable Pakistan to draw about $453 million from the International Monetary Fund in December
The decision was taken in the wake of the worsening fiscal situation of Pakistan's economy
The IMF, together with other international partners, is working closely with the government of Pakistan to support the implementation of the authorities' economic reform programme
China is investing some $62 billion across a range of projects in Pakistan, including roads, ports, energy plants and business parks