DOHA: Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan is spearheading Pakistan’s representation at the ninth World Investment Forum (WIF) 2026 in Doha, focusing on expanding trade and investment partnerships. The international forum, which runs from October 25 to 27, is organized in collaboration with the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and the State of Qatar, under the theme “Investing in the Future.”
According to Press Information Department, the forum gathers global leaders, business executives, and international organizations to explore emerging investment opportunities and sustainable economic strategies. Key discussions center on artificial intelligence, infrastructure, energy, sustainable finance, entrepreneurship, climate resilience, and special economic zones.
On the sidelines of the event, Jam Kamal Khan engaged in bilateral talks with Mustafa Tuzcu, Turkey’s Deputy Minister of Trade; Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani, Chairman of the Qatar Businessmen Association; and Ali Hilal Al-Kuwari, CEO of Hassad Food. These discussions aimed to fortify economic ties, focusing on agriculture, food security, IT, energy, minerals, and investment sectors.
In his meeting with Turkey’s Deputy Minister, Khan emphasized enhancing economic relations, particularly through increased bilateral trade and investment in agriculture, energy, and technology. Both nations reiterated their commitment to leveraging their strategic partnership into robust economic linkages and discussed improved regional connectivity to bolster trade.
During discussions with Sheikh Faisal bin Qassim Al Thani, Khan highlighted potential collaborations in IT, logistics, agriculture, and food security. He underscored Pakistan’s skilled workforce and its capacity to contribute to Qatar’s economic development, urging Qatari investors to explore opportunities in Pakistan’s burgeoning economic sectors.
In talks with Ali Hilal Al-Kuwari of Hassad Food, the focus was on strengthening agricultural trade and food security partnerships. Khan invited Hassad Food to participate in the upcoming FoodAg 2026 in Karachi, aiming to foster direct engagement between Qatari investors and Pakistani agricultural stakeholders.
Throughout his engagements, the Federal Minister reiterated Pakistan’s dedication to fostering international economic collaboration, encouraging foreign investment, and enhancing private sector involvement in trade. The Embassy of Pakistan in Doha is supporting these efforts, aligning with the government’s goal to boost international economic cooperation and attract sustainable investment.