Govt focusing to fix economy in right direction: Ishaq Dar

Finance Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar says despite challenging economic conditions, the government is focusing on fixing things in the right direction.
He was talking to a delegation, led by Deputy Assistant Secretary of the US Treasury Department for Asia, Robert Kaproth, which called on him in Islamabad.
The Finance Minister said the present government inherited a weak economic legacy, but it is now introducing reforms in all sectors, including energy and capital market, to achieve economic growth and development.
He said due to pragmatic measures taken by the government, the country is destined for progress and development.
The Finance Minister also informed the delegation about the damages caused by floods in Pakistan and their impact on the economy. He said the government is handling all challenges with complete commitment.
Speaking on the occasion, Robert Kaproth underscored good relations between Pakistan and the United States and assured his support and cooperation on economic and financial issues.
Finance Minister Ishaq Dar welcomed Robert Kaproth, and briefed him on the economic outlook of the country.
He apprised him that the government inherited a weak economic legacy and, despite challenging economic conditions, is focusing on fixing things in the right direction by introducing reforms in all sectors including the energy sector and capital market to achieve economic growth and development.
He said that due to pragmatic measures taken by the government, the country is destined for progress and development.
The finance minister also apprised him of the economic priorities of the government including putting the economy on the right path while fulfilling its international obligations.
Dar also shared with Robert Kaproth the damages caused by the floods in Pakistan and their impact on the economy of Pakistan. He stressed that the government is handling all challenges with complete commitment.
In response, Kaproth underscored good relations between Pakistan and the US and expressed confidence in the policies and programmes of the government for economic and financial stability.