“I hold Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in very high regard,” she said, noting that his leadership reflects seriousness and resolve. “He is deeply focused on bringing positive change and development to Pakistan.She lauded the government’s ability to pursue difficult but necessary reforms in a challenging economic environment.
“I greatly appreciate the determination shown by the Prime Minister and his cabinet in advancing Pakistan’s development and implementing a tough reform agenda for the country’s long-term benefit,” Georgieva added.AI Generated Summary
Davos: Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, has praised Pakistan’s ongoing economic reforms, describing Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif as a committed and results-oriented leader determined to steer the country toward stability and growth.
In an interview with PTV Digital on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland, Georgieva expressed strong confidence in the Pakistani government’s reform agenda and its implementation.
“I hold Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in very high regard,” she said, noting that his leadership reflects seriousness and resolve. “He is deeply focused on bringing positive change and development to Pakistan. When he commits to an objective, he ensures it is achieved.”
The IMF chief said she has met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on multiple occasions, during which they reviewed progress on previously agreed economic targets while also outlining new development priorities. She lauded the government’s ability to pursue difficult but necessary reforms in a challenging economic environment.
“I greatly appreciate the determination shown by the Prime Minister and his cabinet in advancing Pakistan’s development and implementing a tough reform agenda for the country’s long-term benefit,” Georgieva added.
Highlighting the IMF’s longstanding engagement with Pakistan, Georgieva said the Fund continues to work closely with Islamabad as it undertakes structural reforms aimed at restoring macroeconomic stability. She emphasized that the government is implementing these measures with seriousness and commitment.
According to Georgieva, early signs of progress are now becoming visible. “The government’s actions are beginning to yield results,” she said, pointing to improved fiscal discipline as a key achievement. “For the first time, we are seeing stronger budgetary control, with public resources being directed toward initiatives that can bring meaningful improvements to people’s lives.”
Pakistan is currently pursuing economic stabilization measures under IMF-supported programs, focusing on fiscal consolidation, revenue mobilization, energy sector reforms, and social protection. Officials say the reform drive is aimed at laying the foundation for sustainable growth while protecting vulnerable segments of society.
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