Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb recently met with a delegation of international investors led by Amin Mohammad Khowaja, CEO of J.P. Morgan Pakistan, to discuss fixed-income investment opportunities in Pakistan. The delegation praised the government’s efforts to foster a business-friendly environment and expressed optimism about increasing investment flows into the country.
The discussions highlighted several potential investment areas, including renewable energy, information technology, infrastructure development, and the financial sector. The investors recognized Pakistan’s immense market potential and strategic location as a gateway to regional markets, making it an attractive destination for foreign investment.
During the meeting, Finance Minister Aurangzeb emphasized Pakistan’s progress in improving macroeconomic indicators, noting a 14 percent rise in exports, a reduction in inflation to 9.6 percent—the lowest in 34 months—and a decrease in the current account deficit.
He also highlighted improvements in Pakistan’s sovereign credit ratings, reflecting a stable and promising economic outlook. “The country’s economic growth is supported by robust fiscal discipline, inflation management, and a favorable balance of payments,” he stated.
Aurangzeb further elaborated on the government’s ambitious structural reforms agenda, which includes broadening the tax base, rightsizing the public sector, a privatization drive, and energy sector reforms to enhance macroeconomic stability. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to advancing these comprehensive reforms to improve the efficiency and governance of public institutions. “These reforms are designed to create a more conducive environment for foreign investment and ensure the long-term stability of the economy,” he noted.
The Finance Minister assured the delegation of the government’s full support in facilitating their investment ventures and welcomed their interest in contributing to Pakistan’s economic growth. He reiterated Pakistan’s strong commitment to attracting foreign investments by maintaining a business-friendly environment.
