Pakistan, US Reaffirm Push to Deepen Trade and Investment Ties

Pakistan and the United States have renewed their commitment to strengthening economic cooperation, following a high-level meeting between Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and a delegation from the US-Pakistan Business Council in Islamabad.

The US delegation, led by Vice President Esperanza Jelalian, included senior representatives from major American firms operating in Pakistan. Discussions focused on broadening collaboration in sectors such as energy, minerals, agriculture, and digital services.

Minister Aurangzeb welcomed the sustained interest from US companies and outlined the government’s efforts to foster a more investor-friendly environment. He noted that budgetary consultations are currently underway to shape the upcoming federal budget with private sector input.

He also shared takeaways from his recent engagements at the Spring Meetings of the World Bank and IMF in Washington, underscoring Pakistan’s intent to create conditions that support profitable growth for international investors.