The meeting discussed Pakistan’s macroeconomic outlook, fiscal and structural reform agenda and priorities of the 2026-2027 budget.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb in a meeting with UK Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan (MENAP) Hamish Falconer and UK High Commissioner Jane Marriott, as well as senior officials from both sides of the Finance Division. PHOTO:
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Tuesday met UK Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan (MENAP), MP Hamish Falconer, at the Finance Division and discussed Pakistan’s macroeconomic outlook, reform agenda and ways to strengthen bilateral economic cooperation.
According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Finance on X, British High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott and senior officials from both sides were also present in the meeting.
“The two sides had an in-depth exchange on Pakistan’s macroeconomic outlook, fiscal and structural reform agenda, priorities of the 2026-2027 budget and avenues to further strengthen economic cooperation between Pakistan and the United Kingdom,” the statement added.
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The Finance Minister briefed the delegation on the government’s ongoing reform agenda focused on macroeconomic stability, improving revenue mobilization, strengthening compliance, digitalization of tax administration, transparency and institutional modernization aimed at sustainable and inclusive growth.
Discussing regional developments, Aurangzeb highlighted the recent easing of tensions, particularly following the agreement reached between the United States and Iran, and reiterated Pakistan’s continued role in promoting dialogue, de-escalation and peaceful resolution of conflicts.
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He said: “Regional stability remains essential for global economic confidence, energy markets, supply chains and growth prospects, particularly for emerging economies like Pakistan.”
The Finance Minister further observed that “Pakistan’s economic planning and fiscal framework continued to take into account potential external and geopolitical risks, while emphasizing that greater regional stability created better prospects for investment, trade and long-term economic resilience.”
Falconer appreciated Pakistan’s reform agenda, highlighting its scale and seriousness, and stressed the importance of sustainable implementation, institutional strengthening and improved economic competitiveness.
He also reaffirmed the UK’s continued interest in deepening its engagement in areas of mutual economic cooperation.
Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening Pakistan-UK relations and continuing their collaboration towards economic stability, reforms and regional peace.
