USA counts on Pakistan’s policy consistency to boost investment

February 12, 2026 (MLN): American businesses are closely monitoring Pakistan’s reform progress, as both Pakistan and the United States emphasized that a predictable policy environment and sustained economic reforms are key to strengthening bilateral commercial ties.

The discussion took place during a meeting between Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue and U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs John Mark Pommersheim, who was accompanied by U.S. Chargé d’Affaires to Pakistan Natalie A. Baker, at the Finance Division, according to a press release issued.

During the meeting, the finance minister welcomed the visiting delegation and appreciated the United States’ longstanding support for Pakistan’s economic development, particularly its cooperation in multilateral financial frameworks.

Both sides exchanged views on Pakistan’s economic outlook, the government’s reform agenda and prospects for enhancing bilateral economic cooperation.

The minister briefed the U.S. officials on Pakistan’s macroeconomic stabilization efforts, highlighting a reduction in the fiscal deficit, improvement in the current account supported by strong remittance inflows and growth in IT exports, as well as positive movement in international credit ratings.

He emphasized that the government would stay the course on fiscal discipline, external stability and structural reforms aimed at achieving sustainable, export-led growth.

He also noted that reforms in state-owned enterprises and right-sizing of the public sector were being accelerated to improve efficiency and reduce fiscal risks.

Pointing to growing investor confidence, the minister cited recent indigenous investment initiatives and increased private-sector participation across key sectors of the economy.

The finance minister further outlined Pakistan’s plans to re-enter international capital markets, including the potential issuance of Panda Bonds, as part of a broader strategy to diversify financing sources.

On privatization, he reaffirmed the government’s resolve to move forward expeditiously, mentioning upcoming transactions in the banking and power distribution sectors and the outsourcing of major airports beginning with Islamabad.

Mr. Pommersheim acknowledged Pakistan’s efforts toward fiscal stabilization and welcomed signs of improvement in key macroeconomic indicators, reiterating that the United States values a stable and prosperous Pakistan.

He stressed that strengthening the investment climate remains a shared priority and noted continued interest from U.S. businesses in Pakistan’s reform trajectory.

The finance minister reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to facilitating foreign investment and maintaining regular engagement with the U.S. business community, including the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the American Business Council.

The meeting concluded with both sides expressing appreciation for the constructive dialogue and agreeing to maintain close engagement to further strengthen Pakistan-U.S. economic cooperation.

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