Finance Minister Aurangzeb Seeks Stronger Investment Ties with Dubai Islamic Bank

Islamabad: In a virtual meeting held today, Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining a stable macroeconomic environment and encouraged further foreign investment from Dubai Islamic Bank. The discussion emphasized Pakistan’s continued efforts to strengthen its economic framework and attract international business, particularly in the realm of Islamic banking.

According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Minister Aurangzeb provided a comprehensive update on Pakistan’s economic situation, detailing significant progress in economic stabilization and the creation of a favorable investment climate. He outlined key government initiatives including tax base expansion, improvements in the ease of doing business, digitalization of the Federal Board of Revenue, and ongoing reforms in state-owned enterprises and privatization efforts.

The Minister specifically invited Dubai Islamic Bank to expand its investments in Pakistan, highlighting potential areas for collaboration and expressing optimism about the future of bilateral economic relations. Adnan Chilwan, Group CEO of Dubai Islamic Bank, responded positively, acknowledging Pakistan’s strategic importance as a market and expressing appreciation for its economic policies and initiatives.