ISLAMABAD: Chinese strategic investors in the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) have expressed significant confidence in Pakistan’s capital markets and welcomed recent reforms by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) under Chairman Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu.

According to Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan, Executive Vice President of China Financial Futures Exchange, Mr. You Hang (Harry), expressed gratitude to the SECP leadership for their constructive engagement and support in addressing key strategic issues concerning Pakistan’s capital market infrastructure. The investors recognized SECP’s efforts in resolving long-standing issues, including the restructuring of PSX assets and enhancing PSX’s strategic shareholding in the National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited (NCCPL) and the Central Depository Company of Pakistan (CDC).

The Chinese Investor Consortium reaffirmed its commitment to expanding cooperation with Pakistan, expressing optimism about future growth in the country’s capital markets. The consortium highlighted that the recent reforms and policy support have created a conducive environment for deeper engagement by Chinese institutional investors. They also conveyed their intention to collaborate with SECP and market institutions to explore new opportunities, such as introducing innovative investment products and enhancing market connectivity.

This development reflects growing international confidence in Pakistan’s capital market reforms and highlights the strengthening financial cooperation between Pakistan and China. It is anticipated to bolster foreign portfolio investment, improve market depth, and broaden investor participation in the coming years.