Information Minister Attaullah Tarar said the government had sacrificed its political interests for the greatest good of the state. He made these remarks at a press conference in Islamabad on Monday.
“We have sacrificed our policy for the state,” he said, adding that the decisions taken under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif were in the best interest in the country. He also revealed that the Prime Minister would present the full fact to the nation on Tuesday.
Marking a year since the formation of the current coalition government, Tarar highlighted the improvements of the country’s economic indicators. “Today, inflation has reached the lowest level of 1.5%. Nine years and five months ago, in September 2015, inflation was 1.3%, “he said.
He also pointed out that there had been a reduction in interest rates, a positive change in the stock market and overall improvements in the economic landscape of Pakistan.
“During the PTI government, Pakistan was isolated internationally. But now, under Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the country receives positive international attention, “he added. He quoted the recent visit of the Prime Minister in Uzbekistan, where the flag of Pakistan was in good place.
Tarar also talked about the growing confidence of foreign investors in Pakistan, countries such as Azerbaijan promising significant investments. “The president of Azerbaijan is committed to investing $ 2 billion in Pakistan, and Uzbekistan acknowledged Pakistan’s unique global position,” he said.
In his speech, the Minister of Information stressed that the improvement of the country’s economy was due to hard work, teamwork and the accent on national interests.
He also pointed out that the current administration had worked to reduce inflation and provide subsidies on electricity and gas bills to mitigate the public burden.
“We see positive changes in economic indicators. The impacts of reduced inflation already reach the public, “he said. “The PM will present the facts to the nation tomorrow. These statistics will not lie, “he argued.
Tarar warned against profit, declaring that the government would take strict measures against those involved in hoarding and overload, especially during the sacred month of Ramadan.
He also underlined the government’s support to journalists and media workers, noting that the government had introduced a health insurance plan for journalists and workers in the media industry.
The Minister of Information concluded by reiterating the government’s commitment to continue its efforts towards economic recovery and national development.
