Ministry of Economic Affairs (Pakistan)

Ministry of Economic Affairs
Agency overview
Jurisdiction	Government of Pakistan
Headquarters	Pakistan Secretariat, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Minister responsible	Ahad Cheema, Federal Minister for Economic Affairs;
Agency executive	Dr. Kazim Niaz, Economic Affairs Secretary ;
Website	Official Website

Last updated February 22, 2025

The Ministry of Economic Affairs, (abbreviated as MoEA) is a Cabinet-level ministry of the Government of Pakistan responsible for assessing, programming and negotiations of external economic assistance concerning the government and its constituent units from foreign governments and multilateral agencies.^[1]

History

The Economic Affairs Division (EAD) plays a crucial role in managing Foreign Economic Assistance (FEA). EAD secures support from both bilateral and multilateral partners to fund important projects for the country's development.

FEA, which includes grants, loans, and technical assistance, helps bridge Pakistan's investment gap and improves its social and economic indicators. This assistance supports reforms in key sectors like energy and finance, contributing to economic growth.

EAD coordinates between implementing agencies and partners to ensure efficient project implementation. Through regular reviews, it aligns projects with national development goals. ^[2]

The partnership between Pakistan and its development partners aims to manage FEA effectively for the benefit of the country's people. EAD continues to refine its strategies to drive Pakistan's economic and social development forward.

EAD also hosts Pakistan Development Forum and Donor Coordination Meetings.

Functions

The functions and responsibilities of the Economic Affairs Division are: ^[3]^[4]

Assessment of requirements; programming and negotiations for external economic assistance from foreign Governments and organizations.
Matters relating to IBRD, IDA, IFC, ADB and IFAD.
Economic matters pertaining to the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations, Governing Council of UNDP, ESCAP (Economic and Social Commission for Asia and Pacific), Colombo Plan and OECD.
Negotiations and coordination activities, etc., pertaining to economic cooperation with other countries (excluding RCD and IPECC).
Assessment of requirements, programming and negotiation for securing technical assistance to Pakistan from foreign Governments organizations including nominations for EDI Courses.
Matters relating to technical assistance to foreign countries.
External debt management, including authorization of remittances for all external debt service, compilation and accounting and analysis of economic assistance from all foreign governments and organizations.
Review and appraisal of international and regional economic trends and their impact on the national economy. Proposals concerning changes in International Economic Order.
Matters relating to transfer of technology under UNDP assistance.
Matters relating to International Islamic Development Bank.
To provide technical assistance to friendly countries.
To sign MoUs with local NGOs seeking foreign funding.

Structure

EAD is headed by a Secretary, who is assisted by two Additional Secretaries, eight Joint Secretaries and one Chief in managing nine different Wings which perform duties in their respective functional areas based on territorial, economic and organizational demarcations. The Wings are: ^[4]

World Bank Wing
ADB/Japan Wing
Administration Wing
UN Wing
China Wing
Paris Club [PC] Wing
Economic Cooperation [EC] Wing
Devolution-I Wing
Research & Statistics / IT / Debt Management Wing

References

↑ "Ministry of Economic Affairs, Economic Affairs Division - Government of Pakistan". Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. 20540 USA. Retrieved 2024-04-29.
↑ "| Ministry of Finance | Government of Pakistan |". www.finance.gov.pk. Retrieved 2024-04-29.
↑ AFP (2020-04-16). "Economic Affairs Division". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 2024-04-29.
1 2 "Yearbook 2011-12" (PDF). ead.gov.pk.

External links

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[1] "Ministry of Economic Affairs, Economic Affairs Division - Government of Pakistan". Library of Congress, Washington, D.C. 20540 USA. Retrieved 2024-04-29.

[2] "| Ministry of Finance | Government of Pakistan |". www.finance.gov.pk. Retrieved 2024-04-29.

[3] AFP (2020-04-16). "Economic Affairs Division". The Express Tribune. Retrieved 2024-04-29.

[:0-4] 1 2 "Yearbook 2011-12" (PDF). ead.gov.pk.

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