Islamabad
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to prioritising public welfare and providing relief to ordinary citizens amid global economic challenges, emphasising that sustained dialogue among all political parties is essential to effectively address the challenges facing the national economy.
He expressed these views during a meeting with a delegation of Jamaat-e-Islami, led by Liaquat Baloch, at his office on Tuesday.
According to a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the meeting featured a detailed discussion on petroleum product prices and practical measures to provide economic relief to the public, with particular emphasis on exploring ways to reduce the financial burden on low-income segments of society.
Both sides agreed to continue consultations in the coming days to develop a future course of action regarding energy prices and public relief measures.
During the meeting, Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar reiterated the government’s resolve to place public welfare at the forefront of its priorities and facilitate ordinary citizens in the face of global economic pressures.
He underscored that continuous engagement and dialogue among political parties were vital to addressing the economic challenges confronting the country effectively.
Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, the Prime Minister’s Adviser on Inter-Provincial Coordination, Special Assistant Tariq Bajwa, the Finance Secretary and the Petroleum Division’s Special Secretary also attended the meeting.
