"Secured Funds For Now, But...": Pak Airlines Struggling To Pay Bills

Abdullah Hafeez, spokesman for government-owned Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), said the company was seeking urgent financial help from the treasury, but had secured funds "for the time being".

Pakistan's national flag carrier admitted Friday it was struggling to pay bills and wages after local media reports said the fleet may be grounded within days.

Abdullah Hafeez, spokesman for government-owned Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), said the company was seeking urgent financial help from the treasury, but had secured funds "for the time being".

"But we do struggle due to balance sheet challenges," he said.