Jamil Ahmed Qureshi, Secretary of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), has shared key updates on upcoming investment opportunities in Pakistan. In an exclusive interview with private TV channel, Qureshi revealed that a high-level Saudi delegation, representing over 200 companies, will visit Pakistan in February 2025. The delegation aims to explore investment possibilities across various sectors, including agriculture, minerals, energy, and leather.
Qureshi expressed confidence in the increasing interest from Saudi Arabia in Pakistan, predicting significant growth in bilateral economic ties. Additionally, he highlighted that Chinese companies are set to begin exporting products from Pakistan to the United States and Europe by 2025. To support this, the SIFC has established a one-stop shop for Chinese firms, providing access to Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and Export Processing Zones.
He also noted a rise in business-to-business investments from Chinese companies, particularly in textiles. Thanks to favorable policies and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), many Chinese companies are establishing operations in Pakistan, with substantial investments expected by 2025.
Qureshi further stated that a detailed presentation on CPEC Phase II will be presented to the Prime Minister this week. Discussions around the Main Line-1 (ML-1) railway project are also progressing, with positive developments anticipated in the near future.
The Secretary also pointed out that US sanctions on China have created new opportunities for Pakistan, positioning the country as an attractive alternative for Chinese companies looking for export-friendly locations.
Emphasizing Pakistan’s growing appeal to international investors, Qureshi concluded that by 2025, Pakistan is set to become a regional hub for exports, capitalizing on its strategic location and infrastructure developments under CPEC.
