Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, has traveled to a three-day official visit to London aimed at elaborating on economic ties, attracting foreign investment and cooperation with British government officials, global financial institutions and business leaders.
During his stay, the Minister of Finance is scheduled to tackle more investment forums and seminars where he will present a clear and updated picture of Pakistan’s financial prospects, Express News reported.
The visit is part of the government’s broader efforts to promote the investor’s confidence and highlight Pakistan’s investor -friendly policies.
One of the most important engagements includes participation in an investment tour table entitled “Pakistan Access Day”, organized by Jefferies, a leading investment banking company.
Aurangzeb will also participate in a roundtable discussion with UK-based tech investors focusing on opportunities in artificial intelligence, mining and healthcare. Muhammad Ali, the Prime Minister’s Investment Advisor, will accompany him at both events.
Aurangzeb’s visit includes high -level government meetings. He is ready to visit His Majesty’s Finance Ministry, where he meets with Lord Livermore, the Financial Secretary of the Treasury with other senior officials.
The Minister of Finance will also visit the foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) for meetings with Leo Docherty, the Parliamentary Secretary of State for the Middle East, Afghanistan and Pakistan and other senior British officials.
In addition, the minister will cooperate with officials at Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) and meet his chairman, Richard Hughes, together with his senior team.
Aurangzeb is also scheduled to visit the Bank of England’s headquarters, where he wants discussions with Governor Andrew Bailey and his team.
His visit includes meetings with top executives of larger financial institutions such as Deutsche Bank and Standard Chartered Bank. He will also meet with Simon Baugh, CEO of the British government’s communications service, and Marcus Hall, head of Cargill Global Trading UK.
Discussions with representatives of British American tobacco are also planned.
In addition to formal engagements, Aurangzeb and Muhammad Ali attend a business dinner hosted by Pakistan High Commission in London, which will bring together prominent British investors and business leaders.
The Minister of Finance will also participate in interactive sessions with selected members of the International and British Press, where he will take questions about Pakistan’s economic reforms, fiscal strategies and investment priorities.
