Islamabad (TDI): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired a meeting of the Economic Advisory Council on February 19th. In this crucial meeting, he pointed out that consultations are underway to regulate digital currencies in the country.
In this regard, members of the Economic Advisory Council showed their complete confidence in their government’s economic policies. They also advised key economic suggestions to empower the country’s economic growth further.
Meanwhile, PM Shehbaz welcomed the recommendations; he further instructed relevant authorities to form a comprehensive plan of action based on these suggestions.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chairs a meeting of the Economic Advisory Council.
February 19, 2025. pic.twitter.com/ly9JcASeFa— Prime Minister’s Office (@PakPMO) February 19, 2025
He further emphasized that economic stability can only be achieved through collaborative effort, not individual effort. He stressed the commitment to work for the sustainable development of the economy. Through these efforts, regional trade would be fully utilized.
In this case, the prime minister further highlighted the efforts to empower local industries to compete with the international market with their exports.
The government’s top priorities are agriculture, IT development, job creation, and increasing exports. The premier also revealed that he wants to set up countrywide green centers.
He also highlighted the efforts to spread telecommunication and internet services to remote areas, boosting the number of freelancers and IT exports.
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In such a way, the government’s economic team has opposed earlier projections and received recognition from global financial institutions, the business community, and investors. For the first time, there appears to be a consensus on the effectiveness of the government’s action plan.
Moreover, participants acknowledged the prime minister’s firm commitment to institutional reforms, an unprecedented initiative in Pakistan’s history. This dedication to structural change has strengthened governance and stabilized confidence among key economic stakeholders.
Additionally, discussions underlined the tangible improvements in Pakistan’s tax system, regulatory framework, and investment climate. These measures have collectively improved a more business-friendly environment, contributing to sustained growth across crucial sectors.
Maintaining this momentum will be crucial going forward. While challenges exist, the focus on reform-driven policies signals a shift towards long-term economic stability, reinforcing Pakistan’s position in the global financial landscape.
This significant meeting was attended by Jehangir Khan Tareen, Saqib Shirazi, Shehzad Saleem, Musaddiq Zulkarnain, Dr. Ejaz Nabi, Asif Peer, Zaid Bashir, and Salman Ahmed, as well as Federal Ministers Ahsan Iqbal, Rana Tanveer Hussain, Jam Kamal Khan, Ahmad Khan Cheema, Mohammad Aurangzeb, Minister of State Ali Pervez Malik, the Prime Minister’s Coordinator Rana Ehsan Afzal, and other senior officials.
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