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Islamabad, In a concerted move to deepen economic stability, Pakistan is vying for an extended and upscaled program with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), disclosed the Minister for Finance and Revenue, Muhammad Aurangzeb.
According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Minister Aurangzeb, while engaging with investors at a roundtable conference in Washington, spotlighted Pakistan’s solidifying economic stability underpinned by moderating inflation, steady currency, vigorous agriculture growth, resilient remittances, increasing foreign exchange reserves, and a thriving stock market.
The Minister delved into the government’s primary focus areas, which include revamping the taxation system, implementing pivotal energy sector reforms, and propelling the privatization initiative forward.
Concurrently, in a dialogue with Moody’s Investor Service alongside the IMF and World Bank Spring meetings, the Finance Minister underscored the robust macroeconomic stabilization post the Stand-by Arrangement with the IMF. He outlined the administration’s action plan prioritizing taxation, energy reforms, and the privatization drive.
Aurangzeb expressed the intent to engage with international capital markets, with particular attention to the Middle East and China, indicating a strategic pivot in the country’s financial outreach.
Addressing concerns about economic vulnerabilities, the Finance Minister responded to inquiries regarding inflation trends, the state of foreign reserves, debt obligations, external account exposures, and domestic financial liquidity.
This proactive engagement signals Pakistan’s dedication to securing financial buoyancy and reinforcing investor confidence amid global economic shifts.