PR No. 284
Qaisar Ahmed Sheikh's Stance on Economic Growth and Public Issues
Chiniot: December 30, 2024

Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Qaisar Ahmad Sheikh, while speaking to the media in Chiniot, stated that the government is taking serious measures to strengthen the economy and address public issues. He emphasized that increasing the per capita growth rate is essential to bring tangible improvements to the lives of citizens. Qaisar Ahmad Sheikh highlighted the critical role of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in economic development. Providing financial and technical support to these businesses will reduce poverty and create employment opportunities, thereby improving the standard of living for the people. He underscored the need to expand the tax net, noting that approximately 5.6 million people currently pay taxes, while millions more could be brought into the tax system. Qaisar Ahmad Sheikh added that the government is implementing effective measures to simplify and streamline the tax system and eliminate tax evasion. This will boost national revenue and provide resources for developmental projects. Commenting on the behavior of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), he remarked that the party's contradictory actions—running a campaign against the establishment on social media while simultaneously calling for negotiations—reflect a lack of seriousness. He stressed that political parties should resolve issues through dialogue and termed the ongoing negotiations a positive step. During an open court in Chiniot, various public concerns, including sanitation, healthcare, and other civic amenities, were addressed. Qaisar Ahmad Sheikh issued immediate directives to resolve these issues. Financial aid was distributed among deserving individuals, sewing machines were provided to women, and educational fees for students in need were covered. Qaisar Ahmad Sheikh reiterated the government's commitment to public welfare and economic stability. He assured that the positive outcomes of these measures would soon be evident to the people.

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