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Islamabad, Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb has described recent negotiations with international financial institutions as positive. The statement came during a news conference in Washington, D.C., where he was accompanied by Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Masood Khan.
According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the Finance Minister noted that the Pakistan Stock Market had seen a significant bullish trend in recent days, indicating positive economic developments. He attributed this trend to the broader context of improving financial indicators in the country.
Aurangzeb also discussed ongoing reforms to enhance the tax collection mechanism, which is expected to contribute to further economic stability. He emphasized that Pakistan is on a path towards financial stability, with a clear government vision for economic revival.
The Finance Minister called for concrete measures to reduce government expenditures, underscoring the importance of fiscal responsibility in achieving financial stability. This move aligns with the government’s broader efforts to promote economic growth while maintaining a sustainable fiscal framework.