Pakistani Rupee Weakens Further as UAE Dirham Continues to Climb – Today Update
In Pakistan, the value of the UAE Dirham has increased again. This is making things more expensive for people who need foreign currency. As the Pakistani rupee keeps getting weaker, the Dirham is becoming harder to buy.
Recent Update
In March 2025, the UAE Dirham was selling for around Rs. 76.29 in the open market, and even higher in banks — around Rs. 76.65. Just a few weeks ago, it was lower, which means its price is slowly rising.
This shows that the Pakistani rupee is losing its value against the Dirham, just like it has against the US Dollar and Saudi Riyal.
Why Is Dirham Becoming More Expensive?
There are many reasons why the Dirham’s value is going up:
- Weak Pakistani Economy: Pakistan is facing financial problems like high inflation, low dollar reserves, and high import costs. Because of this, the rupee is not strong.
- High Demand for Dirham: Many people in Pakistan are sending or receiving money from the UAE. Others are going there for work or visits, so the demand for Dirham is high.
- Political Issues: Political uncertainty in Pakistan also makes the economy unstable, and this affects the value of the currency.
- Strong US Dollar: The Dirham is linked to the US Dollar. When the dollar becomes stronger, the Dirham’s value also increases.
Who Is Affected?
This increase in Dirham price affects different groups of people:
- Travelers to UAE: People going to the UAE for jobs or tourism now need more rupees to buy the same amount of Dirhams.
- Businesses: Importers who buy items from the UAE now have to pay more, which makes their products more expensive for local buyers.
- Families Receiving Remittances: Families getting money from the UAE are getting a bit of relief. Since the Dirham is stronger now, they receive more rupees.
What Can Be Done?
Experts say the Pakistani government should take steps to control the rising exchange rates. These include:
- Increasing exports
- Reducing unnecessary imports
- Attracting foreign investment
- Bringing political stability
If these things are not done soon, the Dirham may get even more expensive, possibly reaching Rs. 77 or more in the coming months.
Final Words
The rising value of the UAE Dirham shows that Pakistan’s currency is under pressure. It is a difficult time for the public, especially for those who need to travel, send money, or run businesses with the UAE.
People are now hoping that the government will take quick and smart decisions to stop the rupee from falling further and bring prices under control.
