Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has called for technical support for disaster preparedness, early-warning systems and the development of bankable climate projects.

He was talking to UN Under-Secretary-General and Executive Secretary of the UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana on the sidelines of the World Bank Group-IMF Annual Meetings 2026 in Bangkok, Thailand.

They discussed Pakistan's economic priorities and opportunities for cooperation.

The Finance Minister outlined progress in macroeconomic stabilization and emphasized the importance of preserving these gains through structural reforms and sustainable, export-led growth.

He emphasized the importance of practical cooperation that translates policy analysis into actionable measures and measurable results.

The discussions also covered digital skills and employment, sustainable finance, the energy transition and potential technical assistance for the State Bank of Pakistan.