A high-level delegation from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), led by Chief Executive Helen Brand OBE, met with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in a landmark meeting today. The engagement reaffirmed ACCA\u2019s commitment to supporting Pakistan in advancing youth skills, promoting transparency in governance, and driving sustainable economic growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The meeting was attended by senior government officials, including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Federal Ministers Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui and Ahsan Iqbal, Prime Minister\u2019s Adviser Syed Tauqir Shah, Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed, and other distinguished dignitaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Prime Minister Sharif warmly welcomed the ACCA delegation, emphasizing Pakistan\u2019s greatest asset\u2014its talented and dynamic youth. He reiterated the government\u2019s priority to equip the workforce with internationally competitive skills and training, positioning Pakistan\u2019s young professionals to thrive in a global economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Highlighting the administration\u2019s focus on transparency, accountability, and improved governance, the Prime Minister noted the increasing importance of third-party validation in public sector projects. He referenced Fitch\u2019s recent upgrade of Pakistan\u2019s investment rating as a positive step forward, while stressing the need for sustained efforts to build investor confidence and economic stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Brand presented an overview of ACCA\u2019s longstanding presence and impact in Pakistan. She highlighted that over 13,000 ACCA-qualified professionals from Pakistan are contributing across diverse sectors worldwide, with more than 40,000 students currently pursuing ACCA qualifications. The delegation expressed gratitude to the Higher Education Commission for recognizing ACCA membership as equivalent to a Master\u2019s degree, a milestone that enhances professional education standards in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe commend Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif\u2019s focus on transparency, skills development, and economic resilience. ACCA is proud to support these national priorities by contributing global expertise in public financial management, sustainable finance, and capacity building. With a strong presence in Pakistan, and our recent recognition by the Higher Education Commission, we are well-positioned to deepen our collaboration with government and institutions. Together, we can co-create solutions that strengthen governance, build investor confidence, and equip Pakistan\u2019s youth to thrive in a future-ready economy,\u201d said Brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The ACCA delegation expressed keen interest in supporting Pakistan\u2019s Green Economy Transformation Plan. They proposed collaborative initiatives focused on sustainable development, climate resilience, innovation in accountancy and auditing practices, and the outsourcing of corporate services. They also commended the government\u2019s efforts under Prime Minister Sharif\u2019s leadership to strengthen the economy, improve transparency, and increase revenue collection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Concluding the meeting, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed relevant authorities to engage in detailed consultations with ACCA to develop a strategic roadmap for deepening cooperation and maximizing the partnership\u2019s impact on Pakistan\u2019s economic and social progress.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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