Islamabad: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb affirmed Pakistan’s commitment to sustainable and inclusive economic growth following the upgradation of the country’s economic rating by Fitch, a global credit rating agency. In a televised statement, Aurangzeb described the development as a positive sign that reflects the confidence of international institutions in Pakistan’s economic policies.
The Finance Minister emphasized that the government remains committed to its reform agenda under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Aurangzeb highlighted the significance of this rating improvement as an encouraging step towards achieving long-term economic stability.
Aurangzeb also noted the influx of record remittances, projected to reach $38 billion this year, as a testament to the country’s economic resilience. He further characterized a recent minerals conference as a significant success, underscoring the potential for future economic opportunities in Pakistan.
The press release was sourced from Pakistan Television.