Minister of Information Attaullah Tarar has stated that the government had sacrificed its political interests in the greater benefit of the state. He made these comments during a press conference in Islamabad on Monday.

“We have sacrificed our policy for the state,” he said, adding that decisions made under the leadership of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif were in the country’s best interest. He also revealed that the prime minister would present the full facts to the nation on Tuesday.

Marking a year ago the formation of the current coalition government emphasized the Tarar improvements in the country’s economic indicators. “Today, inflation has reached the lowest level of 1.5%. Nine years and five months ago, in September 2015, inflation was 1.3%, ”he emphasized.

He also pointed out that there had been a reduction in interest rates, a positive shift in the stock market and the overall improvements in Pakistan’s economic landscape.

“Under the PTI government, Pakistan was isolated internationally. But now, under Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the country gets positive international attention, ”he added. He quoted the prime minister’s recent visit to Uzbekistan, where Pakistan’s flag was prominent.

Tarar also talked about the growing confidence of foreign investors in Pakistan, where countries such as Azerbaijan promised significant investments. “The president of Azerbaijan has committed to investing $ 2 billion in Pakistan, and Uzbekistan has recognized Pakistan’s unique global position,” he said.

In his address, the Minister of Information emphasized that the improvement in the country’s economy was due to hard work, teamwork and a focus on national interests.

He also emphasized that the current administration had worked to reduce inflation and provide subsidies for electricity and gas bills to relieve the burden of the public.

“We see positive changes in financial indicators. The effects of reduced inflation are already reaching the public, ”he said. “PM will present facts to the nation tomorrow. These statistics will not lie, ”he maintained.

Tarar warned against profits and said the government would take strict action against those involved in hamstring and over -charging, especially in the Holy Month Ramadan.

He also emphasized the government’s support for journalists and media workers and noted that the government had introduced a health insurance scheme for journalists and workers in the media industry.

The Minister of Information completed the government’s obligation to continue its efforts for economic recovery and national development.