ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to continuing reforms aimed at ensuring economic stability and sustainable growth.
He made these remarks during a meeting with British High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott in Islamabad. According to the Ministry of Finance, the two sides held detailed discussions on Pakistan–UK economic cooperation and the government’s ongoing reform agenda.
The finance minister briefed the British high commissioner on the Federal Budget 2026–27 and measures taken to strengthen fiscal stability. He said expanding the tax base and enhancing investor confidence remain key government priorities.
Aurangzeb also highlighted efforts to improve access to international capital markets through bonds, sukuk, and panda bonds, adding that work is also underway on innovative financing initiatives, including the tokenization of sovereign debt.
He further informed the envoy that the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) is introducing AI-powered, faceless, and risk-based tax systems to improve efficiency and transparency. Progress on energy sector reforms and the privatization of state-owned enterprises also came under discussion.
Both sides agreed to enhance cooperation in trade, investment, financial markets, and climate change.
High Commissioner Jane Marriott welcomed Pakistan’s progress toward economic stability and reiterated the United Kingdom’s continued support for the country’s reform agenda.
