Pakistan has returned $2 billion to the United Arab Emirates following the maturity of financial deposits previously placed with the country’s central bank, officials confirmed on Saturday.

A spokesperson for the State Bank of Pakistan stated that the funds had been formally transferred to the UAE after completing the agreed deposit period.

The amount had earlier been maintained as a foreign deposit with the State Bank to support Pakistan’s foreign exchange reserves and help stabilise the country’s external financing position during challenging economic conditions.

Central bank officials described the repayment as part of routine financial arrangements between Pakistan and friendly partner countries that extend temporary reserve support through deposit placements.

Such deposits have historically helped strengthen Pakistan’s reserve buffers and maintain market confidence while the country implements economic reforms and manages external financing requirements.

Authorities did not provide details regarding any renewal of the arrangement or future financial support agreements with the UAE.