In a move that could only be described as unbelievably generous, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $1 billion loan to Pakistan, part of its $7 billion bailout package. Never mind that Pakistan’s economy is barely staying afloat with a $130 billion debt and foreign reserves that are just above $15 billion—hey, what’s a billion or two when you’ve already got 24 IMF bailouts under your belt, right?

Meanwhile New Delhi’s warning?

Handing over financial support to a state that’s actively involved in fanning the flames of violence is not only morally dubious, but could also severely damage the reputations of global institutions like the IMF.

Of course, the IMF has its own rules, and India had no choice but to abstain from the vote. Why? Because according to IMF rules, countries are allowed to abstain but not vote ‘No.’

It’s like: Yes we heard your opinion, but not “value” given.

P.S : Of course I did not say “value”, you heard me!

As Pakistan continues to pile up debt, this fresh $1 billion is more of a temporary patch than a solution. Pakistan owes a staggering $22 billion in debt this year alone, with China being its biggest creditor.

Ah yes, China—the country that is, of course, Pakistan’s “iron brother”. Nothing like a friendly financial relationship, right? While Pakistan is begging for financial assistance from global institutions, China continues to tighten its grip on the country’s economy.

But no worries, the IMF will come to the rescue, as it always does, even though the situation is starting to resemble a never-ending cycle of bailouts and debt piling.

So, what’s the IMF’s big solution? Just throw another billion into the abyss and hope things magically improve. Brilliant strategy.

And let’s not forget the cherry on top—Pakistan’s generals seem to think now is the perfect time to escalate tensions with India, because why not add military conflict to your financial woes?

In the grand scheme of things, this bailout is just the latest chapter in the IMF’s comedy show, where the audience (read: Pakistan) keeps asking for more, and the show (read: global financial institutions) can’t seem to say “no” fast enough.

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