Federal Minister for Finance, Dr. Abdul Hafeez Sheikh called on Prime Minister
Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani at PM’s House here on Saturday and apprised him
about the communication made with the US Deputy Secretary of State,
Thomas R. Nides.
He informed that the following were assured by US Deputy Secretary
of State, continuation of civilian assistance, willingness to undertake
major projects in the energy sector including the Diamer Basha Dam and
preparation of programme to reflect priorities set by the government of
Pakistan.
The Minister further briefed the Prime Minister about the discussion
on Coalition Support Fund (CSF) which is the reimbursement of
expenditures already incurred by the Government of Pakistan in war
against terror.
The Prime Minister expressed satisfaction over the future plans
explained by the Minister of Finance for the development projects and
other macroeconomic variables.
The Prime Minister asked the Minister to accelerate work on
development agenda of the government in view of the enhanced
availability of funds in the current fiscal year.
Dr. Abdul Hafeez Sheikh also informed the Prime Minister about the
current fiscal developments after the successful passage of budget. SANA
