Islamabad: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has outlined a strategic vision for the nation’s economic future, highlighting the need for export-led growth as a cornerstone of the upcoming budget.

Speaking at an event in Islamabad on Monday, Aurangzeb emphasized that the budget should transcend the typical focus on revenue and expenditures to steer the country’s economic direction. He expressed a commitment to making the budget a more strategic document.

Aurangzeb pointed to the economy’s progress, noting that it has surpassed the $400 billion mark. He stated that the international community is beginning to acknowledge Pakistan’s economic recovery and macroeconomic stability.

The Finance Minister underscored the government’s ongoing structural reforms in areas such as taxation, energy, and State-Owned Enterprises. He indicated that the privatization of SOEs would be expedited as part of efforts to achieve sustainable growth.

Aurangzeb’s remarks signal a continued focus on policy reforms aimed at enhancing Pakistan’s economic resilience and growth potential.