Finance Adviser Salehuddin Ahmed said on Monday that the government is broadly satisfied with the country’s overall macroeconomic condition, while acknowledging that several sectors continue to face micro-level challenges.
Speaking to reporters at the Secretariat following meetings of the Advisers Council Committee on Economic Affairs and the Advisers Council Committee on Government Purchase, the finance adviser stated that the positive assessment of the macroeconomic situation reflects a wider consensus among stakeholders, rather than a personal view.
He noted, however, that conditions are “not entirely satisfactory” in certain industries due to structural and operational issues at the micro level. He added that it is unrealistic to expect all segments of an economy to perform smoothly at the same time, pointing out that no country operates with every industry functioning at peak efficiency simultaneously.
The finance adviser explained that overall economic performance is heavily influenced by how effectively capital is utilised and how key stakeholders across sectors perform. He stressed that ensuring accountability and proper oversight of these stakeholders is a shared responsibility.
Emphasising the importance of maintaining economic stability and supporting sustained growth, Ahmed underlined the need for stronger coordination and collaborative performance across institutions and sectors.
