ISLAMABAD (Kashmir English): Federal Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb on Thursday presented the Economic Survey 2025-26, highlighting the country’s economic performance during the outgoing fiscal year and stating that Pakistan’s economy remained resilient despite domestic and international challenges.
While presenting the survey in Islamabad, the finance minister said the document reflects the overall economic performance of the fiscal year and provides an assessment of key sectors of the economy.
He noted that the fiscal year began amid uncertainty, with monsoon-related disruptions affecting economic activity. He added that global economic uncertainty was further intensified by tariff measures imposed by the United States on several countries.
Despite these challenges, Aurangzeb said the government successfully managed multiple economic pressures and maintained stability.
According to the finance minister, Pakistan’s economy recorded a growth rate of 3.7 percent during the fiscal year.
He said the government had expected economic growth to exceed 4 percent, adding that regional tensions and the situation in the Middle East affected economic momentum.
“If the Middle East situation had not emerged, GDP growth would have surpassed 4 percent,” he said.
The minister stated that the size of Pakistan’s economy has crossed $452 billion, while per capita income increased from $1,751 to $1,901 during the year.
Highlighting sector-wise performance, Aurangzeb said the petroleum sector recorded 5 percent growth, while the agriculture sector expanded by 2.89 percent. He added that dairy and livestock continue to account for around 60 percent of the agricultural economy.
The finance minister further said Pakistan’s current account posted a $72 million surplus from July to March, reflecting an improvement in the external sector.
He also noted that the country’s foreign exchange reserves currently stand at $17.1 billion.
Aurangzeb maintained that global economic uncertainty continued to affect economies worldwide, but Pakistan’s economic indicators remained positive despite regional and international challenges.
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