ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Finance Minister, Muhammad Aurangzeb, announced that the nation is poised to achieve approximately 4% economic growth in the current fiscal year, amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to sustain a ceasefire between the United States and Iran.

According to Radio Pakistan, Aurangzeb shared these insights during an appearance on “Mornings with Maria” on Fox Business Network at the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings 2026 in Washington D.C. He highlighted Pakistan’s active role in regional diplomacy, emphasizing Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s initiatives to foster regional and global stability through intensive outreach and coordination.

The Finance Minister’s remarks followed a recent discussion between host Maria Bartiromo and U.S. President Donald Trump, in which Trump acknowledged Pakistan’s contribution to facilitating dialogue between the U.S. and Iran. Aurangzeb addressed the economic impact of Middle Eastern conflicts, focusing on challenges related to energy procurement and logistics. He assured that Pakistan’s macroeconomic indicators remain stable, citing robust remittances and a current account surplus as key factors supporting economic resilience.

Aurangzeb underscored the government’s commitment to financial discipline, noting the successful on-time repayment of a 1.4 billion dollar Eurobond. He also acknowledged Saudi Arabia’s financial support, which includes three billion dollars in additional deposits, strengthening Pakistan’s external position.

Looking ahead, the Finance Minister outlined plans to access international capital markets, including the issuance of a Panda Bond, alongside exploring Eurobond and other commercial financing avenues to diversify funding sources and sustain investor confidence.