In meeting with World Bank chief, PM reaffirms commitment to achieve development goals

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Thursday reaffirmed the government’s commitment to achieving Pakistan’s development goals, aligned with Vision 2025 and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The prime minister was talking to President of the World Bank Ajaypal Singh Banga in a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the UNGA in New York. Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb was also present in the meeting.

During the meeting, the prime minister appreciated the World Bank’s continuous support to the Government of Pakistan in introducing critical economic reforms and addressing Pakistan’s economic challenges, including poverty reduction and infrastructure development.

The prime minister apprised the WB president of the government’s steps, involving policy, administrative and organizational reforms, to realize the full potential of the economy and to promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

He added that the government has also implemented reforms, particularly in energy, finance, and revenue sectors and Pakistan looks forward to enhanced support from the World Bank for the government’s revitalized economic reforms agenda.

He stressed exploring innovative financing solutions for Pakistan’s development projects, including water management, energy, and human development.