Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Focuses on Strengthening Pakistan-US Trade and Investment Ties
During the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with a delegation from the US-Pakistan Business Council to discuss enhancing trade and investment relations between the two countries.
Shehbaz Sharif emphasized the government’s commitment to attracting US foreign investments across all sectors of Pakistan’s economy. He highlighted the importance of improving the ease of doing business in the country and welcomed suggestions from corporate circles to achieve this goal.
Introducing the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), the Prime Minister explained its role in providing customized solutions to boost investor confidence and expedite project implementation in key sectors such as agriculture, IT, energy, and mining.
The President of the US-Pakistan Business Council, Esperanza Jelalian, expressed optimism about Pakistan’s potential as a favorable investment destination for US companies. A forthcoming delegation from the Council aims to explore additional investment opportunities in the country.
Overall, the discussions underscored the mutual benefits of collaboration between Pakistan and the US in various economic sectors, paving the way for future partnerships and growth.