Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has assured foreign investors of the government’s unwavering commitment to creating a business-friendly environment, highlighting the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) as a key body providing comprehensive support to attract international capital.
The Prime Minister’s remarks came during a meeting on Tuesday with a high-level delegation from Gobi Partners, a prominent Malaysian business group, led by its Co-Founder and Chair, Thomas G. Tsao.
During the discussion, Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s dedication to reinforcing its economic and trade relationship with Malaysia, noting the immense potential for enhanced collaboration across various economic sectors between the two nations.
He referenced the recent Pakistan-Malaysia Business and Investment Conference, describing such initiatives as a positive step toward fostering direct business-to-business linkages and strengthening commercial ties.
The Prime Minister welcomed Gobi Partners” confidence in Pakistan”s burgeoning startup ecosystem. He reiterated that the government is rolling out focused reforms to aid startups and early-stage investors by facilitating investment and improving access to essential infrastructure.
“Mobilizing both domestic and international capital is our priority to develop a sustainable startup ecosystem,” the PM stated. Underscoring the significance of the digital economy, the Prime Minister identified fintech, e-commerce, and IT services as foundational pillars of Pakistan”s national development strategy. He expressed the nation”s readiness to welcome international business groups keen on its expanding IT, technology, and artificial intelligence sectors.
In response, the Gobi Partners delegation conveyed a strong interest in pursuing collaboration opportunities within Pakistan”s e-commerce and financial technology landscapes.