Pakistan Seeks Investment Boost with URAAN Initiative


London: In a strategic move to enhance economic activity, Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Ahsan Iqbal, met with key leaders at British International Investment (BII) to discuss bolstering private sector engagement under the URAAN PAKISTAN initiative. The talks focused on leveraging BII’s role in driving investment in infrastructure and climate resilience.



According to a statement by Press Information Department, Minister Iqbal engaged with BII’s Managing Director Holger Rothenbusch, and other senior officials to emphasize the importance of the Special Investment Facilitation Council in attracting investors. The discussions centered around the 5Es Framework of URAAN PAKISTAN, which outlines strategic areas including exports, digital transformation, and clean energy.



Minister Iqbal underscored Pakistan’s young workforce as a significant advantage in the global market, particularly for industries looking for cost-effective labor solutions. He noted that structural reforms within the URAAN agenda are already leading to macroeconomic stability, with Pakistan showing signs of recovery.



The meeting also highlighted the renewed momentum of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) under Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s leadership, opening doors for both local and international business opportunities. The session concluded with a commitment to deepen investment collaboration, reinforcing Pakistan’s appeal as a destination for global investors.

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