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‘Pakistan seeks stronger financial ties with UK’
July 09, 2026

Pakistan's newly appointed High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Tipu Usman, called on Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb in Islamabad today to discuss avenues for further strengthening Pakistan-UK economic and financial cooperation. 

The Finance Minister highlighted the Government's ongoing efforts to diversify financing sources, deepen Pakistan's access to international capital markets, and strengthen the country's financial architecture.

Muhammad Aurangzeb underscored the important role of the Pakistani diaspora in the United Kingdom in strengthening economic linkages between the two countries, particularly through remittances and the Roshan Digital Account, investment, and commercial engagements.

He also emphasized the importance of continued collaboration with UK-based financial institutions and the private sector to further promote bilateral economic and financial ties.

The High Commissioner reiterated Pakistan's commitment to strengthening its economic partnership with the United Kingdom across all domains, describing the relationship as one of long-standing importance that continues to hold significant potential for further growth.