Islamabad, November 16, 2021 (PPI-OT):Adviser to the Prime Minister on Finance and Revenue, Shaukat Tarin says many foreign countries including Saudi Arabia and China are keen to invest in Pakistan in various sectors. Talking to media, he underlined the need of enhancement of exports and productivity to further improve national economy. Shaukat Tarin said as the country has sufficient electricity but there is shortage in gas sector, therefore, the people should use more electricity in the winter season and avoid wastage of gas.
He said, although, the IMF has demanded increase in power tariff but the government did not have any intention to put more burden on poor masses. The Adviser stressed the need for focusing on ‘free market’ to achieve growth target in near future.
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