Islamabad: During a round table conference with Saudi business delegates led by KSA Minister for Investment Sheikh Khalid Bin Abdul Aziz Al Faleh, Federal Minister for Board of Investment, Privatization, and Communications Abdul Aleem Khan highlighted numerous investment opportunities in Pakistan. He encouraged the Saudi delegation to invest in public sector organizations and various profitable projects including the M6 and M9 motorways to enhance the communication sector.
According to Press Information Department, the discussions emphasized strengthening Government-to-Government (G2G) cooperation and explored the potential for Public Private Partnerships. Minister Khan outlined the advantages of investing in state-owned entities and infrastructure projects, including efforts to connect Karachi Port to existing motorways and the prioritization of completing the Karachi-Hyderabad and Sukkur Motorways. He also noted significant recent improvements in government department efficiency.
The conference and subsequent reception, hosted by Minister Khan, were attended by prominent businessmen from both Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, including Saudi guests and Federal Ministers Attaullah Tarr, Jam Kamal Khan, Musadaq Malik, and Shiza Fatima. Minister Khan reaffirmed the enduring support of Saudi Arabia for Pakistan, emphasizing the vital role of the Pakistani private sector in the nation’s economy and highlighting the new visa-free policy for investors from 126 countries. The Saudi Investment Minister expressed a strong interest in the projects presented and conveyed his best wishes to the people of Pakistan, marking the occasion as a memorable part of the visit.