Islamabad (TDI): Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb met with Nicolas Galey at the Finance Division in Islamabad to discuss avenues for deepening bilateral economic cooperation.
During the meeting, the Finance Minister highlighted the significance Pakistan places on its long-standing partnership with France, especially in areas of investment, economic collaboration, and development initiatives.
He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to maintaining macroeconomic stability and advancing structural reforms to support sustainable growth.
The Finance Minister briefed the Ambassador on the Government’s ongoing economic priorities, including efforts to preserve hard-earned macroeconomic stability amid evolving global and regional challenges.
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He emphasized that the Government is proactively monitoring developments and preparing policy responses to safeguard economic gains, ensure continuity in critical supply chains, and maintain investor confidence.
Discussions also covered Pakistan’s engagement with international financial institutions. The Finance Minister shared that Pakistan remains committed to its reform agenda under the IMF-supported programme and expressed confidence in the country’s continued progress, noting that ongoing engagements with the Fund are constructive and moving forward positively.
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The Ambassador appreciated the Government’s efforts toward economic stabilization and reform, and acknowledged Pakistan’s resilience in navigating external challenges.
He reiterated France’s continued support for Pakistan’s economic development and expressed interest in further strengthening bilateral cooperation across key sectors.
The meeting also included an exchange of views on the evolving international situation and its potential implications for global energy markets and economic conditions.
Aurangzeb noted that the Government is closely monitoring developments and is engaged with relevant stakeholders to manage potential risks to energy supply and pricing, while ensuring that appropriate policy measures are in place to respond to emerging challenges.
Sohail Majeed
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