ISLAMABAD — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed strong confidence in Pakistan’s ability to navigate current global economic challenges, stating that the country is effectively managing difficult situations with significant success.
Presiding over a high-level review meeting focused on mitigating financial and economic impacts, the Prime Minister revealed that the government is moving forward with a comprehensive strategy to export surplus essential commodities to strengthen the national exchequer.
The Prime Minister highlighted that while many nations are currently struggling to maintain a balance between the demand and supply of essential goods, Pakistan has managed to secure its domestic requirements.
“We are now focusing on a strategy to export abundant essential items in a way that benefits our economy without affecting local availability,” PM Sharif noted. He instructed relevant ministries to propose effective measures to minimize the impact of global price hikes on national production and the common man.
During the meeting, the Prime Minister emphasized the need for a holistic approach that considers both internal and external macroeconomic factors. He stated that the government remains committed to taking all necessary steps for economic stability and public welfare. The meeting served as a platform to align various departments—including finance, planning, and energy—to ensure that Pakistan’s growth trajectory remains stable despite the volatile trends in the international market.
