Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Shaukat Tarin and Etisalat Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Hatem Dowidar have agreed to resolve all outstanding issues between the telecommunication company and the Privatisation Commission (PC). The agreement was reached during finance minister’s virtual meeting with the Etisalat Group CEO on Wednesday, according to a press release. On the occasion, the minister underscored the significance of resolving the outstanding issues and pressing ahead with a sustainable solution with all stakeholders on board. He stated that a mechanism would be established for a fair assessment of properties by hiring internationally renowned evaluation companies. He said the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was one of the major economic partners of Pakistan. Expatriates from Pakistan, settled in the UAE, contribute significantly through remittances to enhance the foreign currency reserves.
Published in The Express Tribune, September 23rd, 2021.
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