Summary Finance Minister also approved funds for the special 28 battalion for the fight against terrorism.
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – Finance minister Ishaq Dar on Saturday assured that the government will provide funds for the development schemes of Pakistan Army. The Finance Minister also approved funds for the special 28 battalion for the fight against terrorism.
The Finance Minister’s approval and assurance came as Dar met with top military officials. The need of funds for the 28 battalion was discussed during the meeting. Dar stated that the battalion’s needs for battling terrorism will be catered to on immediate basis.
On the other hand, the Country Director for World Bank, Patchamothu also met with Dar in Islamabad. The Finance Minister stated that Pakistan had carried out successful negotiations with International Monetary Fund (IMF) during the 10th review meeting.
Dar also stated that Pakistan intends to further increase cooperation with the World Bank for the country’s developmental projects.
A plan for finalizing preparations for the World Bank President’s visit to the country was also discussed during the meeting.
