World Bank appreciates Finance Minister’s vision

World Bank South Asia Region Vice President advises government to stay the course.


APP May 04, 2014
PHOTO: INP/FILE

ISLAMABAD: The World Bank in a letter written to Finance Minister Ishaq Dar has appreciated his vision, hard work and courage to tackle the difficult issues the country has been facing.

World Bank South Asia Region Vice President Philippe Le Hourou said that the Board was pleased with the actions taken by Pakistan and advised the government to stay the course, while acknowledging World Bank Group’s commitment to stay engaged in Pakistan's development.

"I am happy to report that it really was a 'Pakistan Day' and Pakistan was shinning. It is very clear that we owe this success to the strong leadership of the Prime Minister and to the Finance Minister 'personally,' Le Houerou added.

COMMENTS (4)

gummmy bear | 9 years ago | Reply

lol. Some people have the audacity of being proud for being heavily indebted. THats what IMF is actually praising :)

Mishrab | 9 years ago | Reply

Pakistan has become good client to WB and to appreciate client ( for good or bad) is marketing strategy ;).

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