DOHA: Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan and Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Trade Affairs, H.E. Dr. Ahmad bin Mohammed Al-Sayed, co-chaired the second meeting of the Pakistan-Qatar Joint Task Force on Trade and Investment in Doha, focusing on expanding bilateral trade and investment cooperation.
According to Press Information Department, the meeting, held on October 24, aimed to review progress since the inaugural meeting in April 2026 and explore new economic opportunities. Participants included representatives from relevant Pakistani ministries, who joined virtually, with the Special Investment Facilitation Council coordinating proceedings from Pakistan. The discussion highlighted Pakistan’s interest in the timely signing of the Pakistan-Gulf Cooperation Council Free Trade Agreement and sought Qatari support in expediting formalities.
Pakistan addressed the existing restrictions on bone-in meat exports to Qatar, urging for a resolution with a comprehensive technical dossier already submitted. In the agriculture sector, a proposed Memorandum of Understanding between the Trading Corporation of Pakistan and Qatar’s Hassad Food was highlighted for the supply of Pakistani rice. Pakistan extended invitations for Qatari investments in agricultural and food security sectors, as well as in modern agriculture and cold storage facilities.
The meeting also presented opportunities in Pakistan’s automobile sector, particularly in New Energy Vehicles and electric vehicles, and sought Qatari investments in technology partnerships and digital infrastructure. The maritime sector was discussed, with Pakistan identifying cooperation opportunities in shipping, particularly in securing oil tankers and LNG carriers. Additionally, the proposed Karachi-Hyderabad Motorway was presented as a potential investment opportunity.
Qatar expressed interest in enhancing civil aviation cooperation, a proposal welcomed by Pakistan, which also suggested the establishment of an Investment Fund for joint ventures in various sectors. The meeting concluded with the signing of the Minutes of the First Meeting of the Joint Task Force, reinforcing the commitment to strengthening economic cooperation.
Separately, Jam Kamal Khan met with Nan Li Collins, Head of the World Investment Forum, where discussions on regional cooperation and economic integration took place, emphasizing the need for enhanced regional connectivity and coordinated efforts to address shared challenges.