Islamabad: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has articulated the government’s commitment to constructing vibrant and inclusive capital markets. These markets are envisioned to play a crucial role in financing economic growth, increasing investor participation, and propelling structural reforms.

According to Radio Pakistan, the remarks were made during the inaugural meeting of the Capital Market Development Council (CMDC) held in Islamabad. Minister Aurangzeb emphasized that developing a modern, integrated, and investor-friendly capital market ecosystem is a national priority. This development is seen as vital for enhancing access to finance, fostering savings, increasing market activity, and bolstering Pakistan’s long-term economic stability.

The meeting gathered senior leaders from key financial institutions, the corporate sector, regulators, and government departments. The Council evaluated the Terms of Reference and the overall roadmap for the capital market development plan and strategy. The discussions focused on adopting global best practices and a systematic approach to broadening and deepening the market.