Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has invited Qatari investors to explore new opportunities under Pakistan’s Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) framework. During a meeting with Qatar’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, in Islamabad, the premier emphasized enhancing bilateral trade and cooperation in key sectors, including energy, agriculture, IT, and infrastructure.
Both sides expressed satisfaction over the strengthening ties between Pakistan and Qatar, grounded in shared values and mutual respect. PM Shehbaz appreciated Qatar’s role as a vital regional mediator and its consistent support on global issues. Sheikh Faisal reaffirmed Qatar’s commitment to deepen economic engagement with Pakistan, highlighting Qatar’s $3 billion investment pledge through the Qatar Investment Authority.
The meeting followed the conclusion of the sixth Pakistan-Qatar Joint Ministerial Commission session, during which both countries signed a protocol to formalize cooperation across multiple sectors. The SIFC will act as the central platform to streamline Qatari investments and promote business-to-business linkages, marking a new chapter in Pakistan-Qatar economic relations.
