A senior government official on Thursday underscored the critical need for fiscal discipline and comprehensive institutional reforms, highlighting robust parliamentary oversight as essential for managing Pakistan”s public debt and ensuring sustainable economic growth.

Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce, delivered the remarks during a high-level policy roundtable titled ‘Strengthening the Role of Parliament in Public Debt Management.’ The event was a collaborative effort between the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) and Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES) Pakistan.

Khan emphasized that transparent reporting of liabilities and effective debt management are vital for maintaining macroeconomic stability. He noted that such measures are crucial for creating fiscal space to address key development priorities.

The coordinator identified climate adaptation and social protection as critical areas that would benefit from improved financial headroom achieved through responsible fiscal policies.

These discussions were presented as a reflection of the Government of Pakistan”s commitment to embedding financial discipline and transparency within its broader economic reform agenda.

Mr. Khan reaffirmed that integrating climate resilience and sound fiscal governance remains a central component of the nation”s pursuit of sustainable and inclusive growth.