US to evaluate Pak's bailout request on merit

The US will evaluate on merit a bailout package sought by Pakistan from the International Monetary Fund, the State Department said Thursday.

"We understand that Pakistan has formally requested assistance from the IMF. As we do in all cases, we will examine closely all aspects, including Pakistan's debt position, in evaluating any loan program," a State Department Spokesperson told

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