EU expresses support for Pakistani economic policies

A delegation comprising the heads of missions of European Union Members including Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Czeck Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden and United Kingdom met the Finance Minister at his office, said an official press release on Tuesday. The Federal Minister of Finance, Ishaq Dar gave an overview of the economic plan of the present government to revive the economy of the country. He said that the government accords top most priority to construction of water reservoirs and shall focus all its attention to rally finances for construction of Diamer Basha Dam. The delegation was briefed about the steps taken by the government to address the challenges faced by the economy of Pakistan and put it on the path of progress and growth. Senator Ishaq Dar said that budget for 2013-14 was presented and passed in five days short period, the issue of circular debt has been addressed and Pakistan has successfully negotiated a programme with IMF.