LAHORE: Pakistan’s Caretaker Prime Minister, Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar, emphasized the potential positive outcomes of a development model that fosters close collaboration between the government and the private sector.
During an interaction with the business community at the Business Facilitation Center (BFC), the premier said that increased engagement between the business community and the government could lead to greater employment opportunities, increased taxation, and enhanced GDP growth.
Expressing admiration for the BFC concept, he mentioned the federal government’s intention to establish a similar liaison with the facility, extending its reach to Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan provinces.
Pakistan’s Liberation from IMF
Assuring comprehensive support for the business sector through various measures, the prime minister applauded the proactive role of the Federal Board of Revenue in achieving record tax collection this year. He emphasized that Pakistan’s liberation from IMF constraints would be possible through increased tax collection from the public.
While acknowledging everyone’s right to protest, Prime Minister Kakar emphasized that action would be taken against those engaging in disruptive activities.
Prime Minister Kakar commended Punjab Chief Minister Mohsin Naqvi for his efforts in facilitating the business sector. He also acknowledged the contributions of the Punjab chief secretary and other provincial secretaries in establishing the BFC, which serves as a centralized facility for the business community.
