
Muhammad Aurangzeb met Jane Marriott on Monday to discuss economic cooperation, reforms, and regional developments. The meeting focused on Pakistan’s efforts to maintain macroeconomic stability and strengthen investor confidence. Both sides also reviewed ongoing collaboration on economic and development priorities.
According to an official statement, Aurangzeb briefed the British envoy on the government’s response to global economic challenges and regional geopolitical tensions. He highlighted measures aimed at stabilising the external account and managing pressures linked to energy market volatility. The finance minister said Pakistan remains committed to long-term economic resilience and sustainable growth.
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Aurangzeb also pointed to improvements in key economic indicators, including stable external accounts and strong remittance inflows. He informed the envoy about efforts to broaden the tax base, improve compliance, and strengthen revenue collection through digital reforms. Officials said technology-driven initiatives were helping improve transparency and governance.
The discussions further covered fiscal discipline, policy continuity, and structural reforms designed to improve public sector efficiency. Both sides stressed the importance of private sector-led growth and stronger institutional coordination. Climate resilience, population planning, and cooperation with international financial institutions also came under discussion during the meeting.
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The British High Commissioner appreciated Pakistan’s continued engagement on regional and economic issues and reaffirmed the United Kingdom’s support for Pakistan’s reform agenda. The meeting concluded with both sides expressing commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and expanding cooperation across economic and development sectors.