# EDF invests in government securities

> Pakistan's Export Development Fund seeks government bonds to offset inflation.
- Title: EDF invests in government securities · The Express Tribune
- Summary: Pakistan's Export Development Fund seeks government bonds to offset inflation. Pakistan's Export Development Fund will invest in government securities to…
- Keywords: edf, government securities, inflation, pakistan, ministry of commerce, economic coordination committee, The Express Tribune
- Source: The Express Tribune — https://tribune.com.pk/story/2638698/edf-decides-to-invest-in-govt-securities
- Author: ZAFAR BHUTTA
- Published: 2026-11-04T21:51:51+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: edf, government securities, inflation, pakistan, ministry of commerce, economic coordination committee, news
## EDF board approved investment
The Export Development Fund board decided to invest in government securities to counter inflation and ensure financial sustainability.
## Government permits EDF investment
The government allowed the Export Development Fund to invest in government securities after legislative approval on January 26, 2026.
## EDF revenue source halted
The EDF's major revenue source for reducing exporter costs was discontinued, causing financial sustainability challenges.
## Finance Division supports EDF
The Finance Division approved EDF's request to invest in government securities while noting a shift to commercial accounts requires federal government approval.
## EDF board seeks approval
The EDF board decided to seek Finance Division approval for investing funds in government securities or transferring to National Bank of Pakistan accounts.
## Key takeaway

Pakistan's Export Development Fund will invest in government securities to counter inflation after its main revenue source was halted.