The United States has reiterated the commitment to fostering a strong bilateral relationship with Pakistan, with a particular emphasis on deepening economic cooperation and expanding investment opportunities.

Acting US Ambassador Ms. Natalie Baker expressed this commitment of the US Administration during her meeting with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb in Islamabad on Friday.

The meeting focused on matters of mutual interest, including avenues for enhancing economic cooperation and increasing US investment in Pakistan's priority sectors.

During the discussion, the Finance Minister briefed Ms. Natalie Baker on the government's macroeconomic reform agenda, in line with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's vision for structural reforms and export-led economic growth. He highlighted key initiatives being undertaken to improve economic efficiency and ensure sustainable and inclusive growth, including privatization, tax reforms, energy sector restructuring, and rightsizing of the federal government.

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening economic ties and exploring new areas of collaboration to advance shared economic goals.