Aid flows to Pakistan have slowed significantly in the aftermath of the devastating 2022 floods, with the country receiving just $4.69 billion over three years against much higher pledges made by the international community.

At the Geneva Donors Conference, global partners pledged a loan package worth $10.44 billion for Pakistan’s flood recovery, along with a $546.4 million grant. However, official documents reveal that actual disbursements fell far short of commitments.

Out of the $4.69 billion received so far, $2.75 billion came in the form of project financing, while $1.93 billion was allocated for the purchase of goods.

Economic losses from 2022 floods

The 2022 floods inflicted damage worth more than $30 billion on Pakistan’s already fragile economy.

Millions of people were displaced, farmlands destroyed, and critical infrastructure severely affected. Recovery and reconstruction have since been hampered by the slow pace of financial aid.

Current fiscal year outlook

According to the documents, Pakistan’s financing target under the Geneva commitments stands at $1.26 billion for the current fiscal year. Of this, project financing is estimated to reach $760 million.

In terms of grants, the situation is even more concerning—out of the $540 million pledged for flood damages, only $2.1 million has been received so far. Long-term financing, meanwhile, is expected to trickle in gradually through bilateral agreements and international arrangements at varying interest rates.