Federal Minister for Investment Board, Privatisation, and Communications, Abdul Aleem Khan, has called on Chinese companies to invest in various sectors of Pakistan’s economy.
On Wednesday, Khan announced that Pakistan is extending business visa facilities to investors from 124 countries, including China, and encouraged further Chinese investment.
During a briefing with Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong, alongside Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Tariq Fatemi, Khan discussed investment opportunities across seven major sectors: medical equipment, plastics, textiles, leather, edible meat, fruits and vegetables, and waste management. He emphasized the potential in infrastructure, housing, and other critical areas.
Khan assured the Chinese delegation of their security and welcomed their investment participation. Ambassador Jiang pledged support for enhancing trade relations and assured that Chinese businesses would actively engage in promoting trade in Pakistan.
Additionally, French Ambassador Nicolas Galey met with Khan to discuss bilateral trade and investment. Khan highlighted ongoing infrastructure projects and the importance of European investment. Galey invited Khan to visit France and expressed interest in deepening French investment and business partnerships with Pakistan.