In a forward-looking meeting today, Federal Finance and Revenue Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb extended a resounding message of optimism to the Pakistan Business Council (PBC). Joined by CEO Javed Kureishi and Chairperson Dr. Zeelaf Munir, the delegation engaged in a dynamic dialogue that underscored the government’s firm dedication to economic resilience and business-friendly reforms.
Senator Aurangzeb conveyed confidence in Pakistan’s improving macroeconomic indicators and reaffirmed that reforms — including State-Owned Enterprise restructuring, privatization efforts, and public sector rationalization — are firmly on track, positioning the country for long-term stability and sustained growth.
Highlighting the importance of robust infrastructure, he emphasized government initiatives to enhance ports, roads, and railways — a move aimed at bolstering trade flows and expanding opportunities for domestic and international commerce .
Senator Aurangzeb also shared updates on promising tariff negotiations with the United States, which are expected to open new doors for Pakistani exporters. He encouraged the PBC and other industry groups to lead targeted business-to-business engagements to amplify bilateral trade and investment .
Reflecting on the Prime Minister’s recent visit to China, the minister highlighted the strong momentum generated — including strategic dialogues, active private-sector participation, and multiple signed MOUs — which together signal growing bilateral economic collaboration.
In a key governance move, the Tax Policy Office has been relocated from the Federal Board of Revenue to the Finance Division, ensuring better coordination of tax policy with broader economic goals .
Addressing national challenges, Senator Aurangzeb updated the council on government-led flood relief and infrastructure rehabilitation efforts — informed by lessons from the 2020 floods. He also assured that inflation remains under control, thanks to easing oil prices and vigilant oversight by the Prime Minister’s Steering Committee on Inflation, which has already held its first meeting under his guidance.
The PBC leadership praised the government’s strategic direction and pledged their full support in policy research, formulation, and continued collaborative dialogue — signaling a constructive path forward for Pakistan’s business ecosystem
