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Event

Pakistan's Economic Outlook: A Conversation with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb

Date & Time

Wednesday
Oct. 23, 2024
1:15pm – 2:15pm ET

Location

Online Only

Overview

In recent weeks, a stressed Pakistani economy has shown some signs of stabilization, with decreases in inflation and improvements in foreign reserves. In September, the International Monetary Fund finalized a new $7 billion loan. However, the economy continues to face major obstacles, from high debt to competitiveness constraints and structural challenges.

At this online event, Pakistan's finance minister, Muhammad Aurangzeb, spoke about the country's current economic situation. He discussed challenges and opportunities and the status of ongoing reforms to promote sustainable growth. 

Speaker

Muhammad Aurangzeb

His Excellency Muhammad Aurangzeb

Finance Minister of Pakistan

Hosted By

Indo-Pacific Program

The Indo-Pacific Program promotes policy debate and intellectual discussions on US interests in the Asia-Pacific as well as political, economic, security, and social issues relating to the world’s most populous and economically dynamic region.   Read more

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