Bangkok: Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, recently engaged in discussions with a delegation from Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank. These discussions took place on the sidelines of the World Bank Group-IMF Annual Meetings 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand, focusing on Pakistan’s economic outlook and various opportunities for financing and investment.

According to Press Information Department, the Finance Minister addressed progress under the IMF programme, fiscal consolidation, and the strengthening of reserves, while emphasizing the Government’s commitment to sustainable export-led growth. The discussions included topics such as capital market issuances and debt management strategies, aiming to replace costly short-term borrowing, extend maturities, and reduce repayment concentrations. The Bank expressed interest in several transactions, including restored Pakistan credit limits and participation in International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation financing.

The Finance Minister also pointed out investment opportunities in refinery upgrades, privatization, airport outsourcing, electricity transmission, and the ML-1 railway. Both parties explored financing options for data centers and digital finance, stressing the need for competitive electricity pricing and an effective regulatory framework. The meeting reviewed the economic impact of regional conflict, energy security, and targeted relief measures, with follow-up actions to be coordinated through the Debt Management Office in the Ministry of Finance.