Islamabad: A meeting was held between officials of City Bank Pakistan with Federal Minister for Finance & Revenue, Muhammad Aurangzeb. City Bank’s delegation was led by Country Officer Habib Yousaf. During the meeting, ministry of finance & economic affairs presented Pakistan’s latest economic indicators as well as performance of Pakistan’s International Bonds. The Finance Ministry briefed the delegation regarding Government of Pakistan’s position regarding external borrowing situation and road map for new financings while considering pricing and long term sustainability.
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