Pakistan, UK Pledge to Strengthen Economic Ties
— February 12, 2025
ISLAMABAD (AIA) Pakistan and the United Kingdom have agreed to strengthen economic cooperation and explore new opportunities for collaboration, reaffirming their commitment to closer bilateral ties.
The understanding was reached during a meeting between Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and British High Commissioner Jane Marriott in Islamabad on Monday.
Both sides discussed matters of mutual interest, including ongoing economic reforms, financial cooperation, and initiatives under the UK’s support programmes in Pakistan.
Aurangzeb provided an overview of Pakistan’s economy and updated the envoy on the government’s reform agenda, highlighting efforts to maintain macroeconomic stability and drive export-led growth. He reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to fiscal discipline, economic resilience, and sustainable development.
The finance minister also appreciated the UK’s continued support through various development and governance initiatives. He acknowledged the contributions of these programmes and emphasised the need for sustained technical assistance and capacity-building efforts to further strengthen economic ties.