Islamabad: Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has expressed satisfaction over Transparency International's Report on public perception of corruption in Pakistan.

In a statement, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that according to the survey a large number of the public has expressed the view that they have not faced corruption during our government. He said this opinion is a recognition of our efforts in the fight against corruption and promoting transparency.

He said majority of the people have deemed the government's measures for economic recovery successful, which is highly encouraging.

PM Shehbaz Sharif said this report by Transparency International is proof of the success of the reforms implemented by the government. We have worked on a priority basis to establish a merit-based and transparent system in every sector of the government, and we are continuing these efforts.

The Prime Minister said improving economic indicators, reforms and government policies and actions that have received positive public feedback are the result of effective teamwork. He commended the efforts of Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Finance Minister Mohammad Aurangzeb and his team.

He said the journey towards progress has begun with economic stability. He said the government is committed to further improving the country's economy, providing excellent services to the public and completely eradicating corruption.