Dovetailing Economic Growth with Stability

Pakistan’s economic debate now centres on achieving stable and inclusive growth, with Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb stressing a shift toward a private-sector-driven, export-led model. Haroon Akhtar Khan and Lt Gen Sarfraz Ahmed emphasise stronger manufacturing and domestic investment to ease pressure on the economy and attract foreign capital. Support from China and Russia is growing, while SBP Governor Jameel Ahmed urges joint efforts between the government, central bank, and private sector. Economists like Waqar Wadho highlight the need for an innovation-friendly ecosystem where ideas can flow freely. Analysts warn that without governance and productivity reforms, regional inequalities identified in the DVIP report will continue to hold the economy back.