Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb informed UK officials that the government is proactively factoring potential global and regional risks into its economic planning. During a meeting with UK’s Hamish Falconer MP and British High Commissioner Jane Marriott, Aurangzeb detailed the nation’s economic reform agenda and budget priorities for 2026-27. Key focuses include maintaining macroeconomic stability, continuing economic recovery, and implementing structural reforms to foster inclusive growth. The discussion also covered regional developments, including the recent de-escalation of tensions between the US and Iran, with Pakistan reaffirming its commitment to dialogue and peaceful conflict resolution. Aurangzeb emphasized the potential negative impacts of prolonged regional instability on economic confidence, energy markets, and emerging economies. Both sides expressed interest in strengthening economic cooperation between Pakistan and the United Kingdom.