Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met with British High Commissioner Jane Marriott in Islamabad to discuss bilateral economic cooperation, Pakistan’s reform agenda, and regional economic developments. The meeting focused on the government’s efforts to maintain macroeconomic stability amid global economic uncertainties, geopolitical tensions in the region, and fluctuations in energy markets.
Aurangzeb outlined the government’s approach to managing external sector pressures while continuing structural reforms designed to support sustainable economic growth and resilience. He emphasized improvements in key economic indicators, such as stability in the external account, robust remittance inflows, and increasing investor confidence.
Measures to broaden the tax base, enhance revenue collection, and promote transparency through digitalization and technology-driven reforms were also discussed. The finance minister reaffirmed the government’s dedication to fiscal discipline, policy consistency, and public sector reforms, including efforts to improve institutional coordination and foster private sector-led investment and growth.
Meanwhile, both parties examined regional and global developments along with their economic and humanitarian impacts. They stressed the significance of international cooperation and dialogue to tackle emerging economic challenges and disruptions in global supply chains.
In a significant development, Jane Marriott reiterated the United Kingdom’s support for Pakistan’s economic reform program and development priorities. Discussions also covered climate resilience, population planning, social sector coordination, and collaboration with international financial institutions.
The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to strengthen Pakistan-United Kingdom relations further and expand cooperation in economic and development sectors.
