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Business Recorder
2 days ago
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Private sector vital for economy: Aurangzeb
KARACHI: Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Monday stressed that Pakistan's private sector will play the most critical role in driving the country's economy forward and ensuring sustainable development. Speaking to the media after attending the PHC Job Fair & Education Expo 3.0 at the Karachi Expo Center under the patronage of MNA Dr Ramesh Kumar Vankwani, Patron-in-Chief of the Pakistan Hindu Council (PHC). The finance minister said economic recovery cannot be achieved without private sector leadership. 'As the economy recovers and we move towards sustainable growth, the private sector will have the most important role in moving the country forward,' he noted. Pakistan poised to enter growth phase after stability, says finance minister Aurangzeb highlighted that artificial intelligence is opening new avenues for growth, but reminded that 'there is no shortcut to hard work for humans.' He emphasised tourism as a vital sector with huge untapped potential. 'People from all walks of life and religions must work together to promote tourism, as it can create countless new opportunities,' he added. During his visit to a job fair in Karachi, the minister praised the initiative, saying such events help bridge the gap between youth and employers in both government and private institutions. The minister termed the organisation of the event a welcome step. He said that initiatives like this job fair in Karachi would help young people successfully find opportunities for employment, both within the country and abroad. The finance minister emphasised that such events offer a vital platform for the youth to connect with prospective employers and secure a brighter future. Aurangzeb advised the youth that there are no shortcuts in practical life and encouraged them to embrace hard work. 'Ups and downs happen, but talent remains unaffected. We need to move toward sustainable growth,' he stated. He stressed that economic stability requires an active role from the private sector. 'I myself come from the private sector. It works 8 to 12 hours a day—it's not corporate, and that difference is noticeable,' he said. Both government and private institutions were present at the job fair, he added. Aurangzeb also credited the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) for managing inflation effectively. 'The State Bank has controlled inflation in the best way, and the situation will improve further in the coming years,' he said. He pointed out that Pakistan has gained renewed confidence from international credit rating agencies, calling it a sign of growing stability. 'Micro-stability is creating space, and for the first time, three agencies have come together and trusted Pakistan,' the minister remarked. Aurangzeb said that the government's role is not to do business, but to create a conducive environment for it. He added that efforts will be made to further reduce the tax burden on the salaried class.
Business Recorder
3 days ago
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Aurangzeb to inaugurate ‘PHC Job Fair & Education Expo' tomorrow
KARACHI: Karachi is set to host one of the largest employment and education event PHC Job Fair & Education Expo 3.0 on Monday, August 18, 2025, at the Karachi Expo Centre under the patronage of MNA Dr Ramesh Kumar Vankwani, Patron-in-Chief of the Pakistan Hindu Council (PHC). The mega event will be inaugurated by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, with Governor State Bank, Sindh Ministers Syed Nasir Hussain Shah, Saeed Ghani, and Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab among the high-profile attendees. In a historic first, 123 companies and institutions from across the country will participate, including government departments, leading universities, banks, IT giants, and global recruitment agencies will participate to offer thousands of job openings, internships, and overseas career opportunities. Calling the expo a game-changer for Pakistan's youth, Dr Vankwani said the job fair, organized in collaboration with the Dr Prem Kumar Sital Das Memorial Trust, promises to set new records of success, he emphasized. The one-day expo, running from 9:00 am to 7:00 p.m, will also feature career counselling sessions, skill-building workshops, and guidance programs for pursuing higher education abroad. Free entry has been announced, with a special help desk to facilitate onsite registration of students. With record-breaking participation and a line-up of prominent stakeholders, this year's PHC Job Fair & Education Expo is being hailed as a landmark event for Pakistan's employment and education landscape. Under the patronage of Dr Ramesh Kumar Vankwani (MNA), PHC Job Fair & Education Expo 3.0 to be held on Monday, August 18 at Karachi Expo Centre Karachi (August 16, 2025): Under the patronage of Pakistan Hindu Council Patron-in-Chief and Member National Assembly Dr. Ramesh Kumar Vankwani, preparations for organizing the PHC Job Fair and Education Expo 3.0, scheduled to be held on Monday, August 18, 2025, at the Karachi Expo Centre, have entered into the final stage. Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb will attend as the Chief Guest, while the Governor State Bank, Provincial Minister for Planning & Development Syed Nasir Hussain Shah, Minister for Local Government Saeed Ghani, and Mayor Karachi Murtaza Wahab will also grace the ceremony. Dr Ramesh Vankwani said that the annual job fairs organized by the Pakistan Hindu Council and Dr. Prem Kumar Sital Das Memorial Trust are counted among the largest events in the country's history. He informed that this year 123 companies and institutions from across the country will participate. The job fair will offer career opportunities, internships, overseas employment prospects, and educational guidance for university students. Key participants this year will include defence institutions, federal and provincial government departments, overseas employment agencies, the Higher Education Commission (HEC), leading universities of the country, banking, finance and insurance companies, IT firms, manufacturing industries, and media houses. The Pakistan Hindu Council has also announced free entry for the establishment of a special help desk for onsite registration of students from different universities.
