ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Ishaq Dar has lauded the services of Ashraf Wathra that he rendered as Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and congratulated him on the successful completion of his tenure. Wathra paid a farewell call on Dar on Saturday. Dar said Wathra remained committed to his work throughout his tenure and contributed significantly to smooth implementation of monetary policy and regulation of the money market. He praised the outgoing governor’s professionalism and commitment. Wathra thanked the minister for the support extended to him in undertaking and fulfilling his official obligations. Dar on the occasion also welcomed new SBP Governor Tariq Bajwa and wished him well for his new assignment. Secretaries of Ministries of Finance and Commerce and other senior officials were also present. Published in Daily Times, July 16th , 2017.