OICCI hosted an interactive session with a visiting delegation from the IMF, led by Iva Petrova , Advisor, Middle East and Central Asia Department, IMF and Mahir Binici , Resident Representative for Pakistan, IMF, to discuss Pakistan’s economic outlook and the foreign investor perspective on February 26, 2026. The session was also attended by CEOs of multinational OICCI member companies.

The delegation was welcomed by OICCI President and CEO Faysal Bank,Yousaf Hussain, SG, M Abdul Aleem and Executive Director, Kashif Shafi.

OICCI highlighted progress on macroeconomic stabilization, including fiscal consolidation, improved primary balance discipline, rebuilding of external buffers, moderating inflation, financial sector resilience, and improved credit ratings under the ongoing reform program. Emphasis was placed on transitioning from stabilization to sustained export-led growth through a centrally coordinated, well-sequenced medium-term reform agenda under a comprehensive National Economic Plan integrating fiscal, trade, industrial, energy, and human capital policies.

The discussion also underscored the need to address structural taxation challenges, broaden the tax base, rationalize the tax and tariff regime, ensure timely refund clearances, avoid retrospective taxation, and strengthen documentation and enforcement to enhance competitiveness and restore investor confidence.

OICCI reaffirmed its commitment to constructive engagement with policymakers and international partners to support reforms that sustain stability and promote long-term investment in Pakistan.