The United States has announced a major new financial commitment to Pakistan. The U.S. Embassy in Islamabad revealed a $1.25 billion financing agreement from the U.S. Export-Import Bank (EXIM). This funding aims to drive significant economic growth in Pakistan’s Balochistan province.
Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker shared the news in a video message. She stated that this partnership will be a transformative force for the region. Baker emphasised that the financing serves as a strategic investment. It will strengthen the long-standing economic alliance between the two nations.
The U.S. Export-Import Bank has approved $1.25 billion in financing for the Reko Diq critical minerals project in Balochistan. The investment is among the largest U.S. financing commitments in Pakistan’s mining sector and strengthens long-term economic cooperation between the two countries.
With a new commitment of $1.25 billion in EXIM Bank financing, the U.S.-Pakistan partnership will drive economic growth in Balochistan. Watch Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker’s message to hear how this financing will be a game-changer for U.S. businesses and local Pakistani… pic.twitter.com/8EklYNLQpX
— U.S. Embassy Islamabad (@usembislamabad) December 10, 2025According to the bank’s announcement, the project will bring nearly $2 billion worth of high-quality American equipment and services to Pakistan. As a result, it is expected to generate approximately 6,000 jobs in the United States and about 7,500 in Balochistan. This employment impact highlights how the deal supports both the U.S. industry and local Pakistani communities.
Officials described the Reko Diq initiative as a strong example of how transparent, well-structured mining agreements can deliver shared benefits. By pairing U.S. technological expertise with Pakistan’s rich mineral resources, the project aims to produce long-term economic gains, strengthen regional development, and set a benchmark for future international investment
Interested parties can watch Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker’s full message for detailed insights. The video explains how this financing will function as a game-changer for regional development.
