ISLAMABAD — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday reaffirmed the government’s resolve to pursue export-led economic growth, stressing that practical, long-term measures are underway to strengthen the country’s business environment and boost competitiveness.
The prime minister made the remarks while chairing a meeting of the Working Group on Tax Reforms — one in a series of consultations the government has been holding with private-sector expert groups tasked with drafting national economic reform proposals. According to the PM Office Media Wing, the session focused on strategies to improve tax policy, encourage investment, and elevate Pakistan’s regional economic standing.
PM Shehbaz emphasized that the government “holds tax-paying businesses and companies in high regard,” noting that sustainable tax revenue depends on a thriving private sector and a resilient national economy. “We desire to make the business environment in the country better and more competitive through long-term measures,” he said. “Since day one, the government has been taking practical steps for export-driven economic growth.”
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The meeting was attended by federal ministers Ahad Khan Cheema, Muhammad Aurangzeb and Ali Pervez Malik, Minister of State Bilal Azhar Kayani, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Haroon Akhtar, and senior government officials. Shehzad Saleem, Chairman of the Working Group on Tax Reforms, was also present.
Officials briefed the prime minister on tax structures across multiple sectors, including the corporate sector, and presented a series of proposals aimed at supporting private-sector development. These recommendations covered necessary tax reforms, measures to expand export capacity, and strategies to attract both domestic and foreign investment. Additional suggestions focused on strengthening the competitiveness of Pakistani businesses within the region — a priority that government officials say is essential for sustainable economic progress.
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PM Shehbaz expressed appreciation for the detailed recommendations put forward by the private sector and signaled the government’s intent to move quickly toward implementation. He indicated that, after a thorough review, a committee headed by the finance minister would be established to translate the proposals into actionable policy.
The latest consultation reflects the government’s broader push to rebuild economic momentum amid global and domestic challenges. By working closely with industry experts, officials say they aim to craft a more predictable, growth-oriented tax framework capable of accelerating exports and stimulating investment — key pillars of the administration’s economic agenda.
