Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has embarked on a two-day official visit to Saudi Arabia to participate in the 8th Edition of the Future Investment Initiative, which begins in Riyadh on Tuesday. The conference will see participation from various countries, including Pakistan, over three days.

According to Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the theme for this year’s conference is “Infinite Horizons: Investing Today, Shaping Tomorrow.” The Future Investment Initiative serves as a key platform for countries to demonstrate their economic potential, attract foreign investments, and engage in dialogue aimed at shaping a sustainable future. The discussions will cover a range of pressing global issues including artificial intelligence, robotics, education, energy, space, public health, and sustainable development.

The Prime Minister is anticipated to engage in significant bilateral discussions with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and other senior Saudi officials. Additionally, meetings with global leaders are scheduled on the margins of the conference. These meetings are expected to focus on strengthening bilateral relations, particularly in the areas of trade, energy, minerals, agriculture, and defense between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.

Accompanying the Prime Minister are key members of his cabinet, including Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, Privatization Minister Abdul Aleem Khan, Petroleum Minister Dr. Musadik Malik, Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan, and Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar.