Pakistan, US discuss trade, investment and economic cooperation at IMF meetings

Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb met US Trade Representative Ambassador Jamieson Greer and US Treasury official Jonathan Greenstein on the sidelines of the World Bank–IMF Spring Meetings 2026, discussing trade and investment cooperation alongside Pakistan’s reform progress and external sector outlook.

In his meeting with the USTR, the finance minister stressed the need to strengthen Pakistan–United States economic relations through increased trade and investment flows, while highlighting efforts to improve market access and maintain a conducive business environment.

Both sides discussed expanding export opportunities, facilitating investment flows, and deepening commercial linkages, expressing satisfaction over progress in ongoing trade negotiations and reaffirming commitment to further cooperation.

Separately, in talks with the US Treasury, Aurangzeb highlighted Pakistan’s Staff-Level Agreement with the International Monetary Fund and reiterated commitment to the reform programme.

He noted that Pakistan had successfully met its $1.3 billion Eurobond repayment and reaffirmed the government’s resolve to meet all external obligations on time.

Discussions also covered the economic impact of the Middle East conflict, particularly on remittances and the external account, with the minister outlining measures to manage its effects and strengthen foreign exchange reserves.

Both sides expressed intent to deepen economic engagement and build a more resilient and diversified partnership focused on long-term growth and stability.