Ishaq Dar – the Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs – has assured full facilitation to Saudi Arabia for its investments in Pakistan.
According to the media reports, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar made these remarks while addressing a meeting of the Special Investment Facilitation Council in Islamabad today (Tuesday, April 16) with a Saudi delegation led by Foreign Minister Prince Faisal Bin Farhan Al Saud in attendance.
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Speaking on the occasion, the Foreign Minister said that Saudi engagements and investments will be handled with utmost respect and institutionalized commitment from our side ensuring that together we achieve remarkable success. He said the bonds between the two fraternal countries are set to strengthen further through their collaborative efforts.
Ishaq Dar noted that investment in Pakistan is not only a placement of capital but it will also be instrumental towards forging a partnership that promises mutual prosperity and progress. He said the investments of Saudi Arabia in Pakistan also stand to make a sterling contribution to regional peace and stability.
The Foreign Minister stated, “Our goal is to transform Pakistan into a hub of economic activity and innovation, creating an attractive environment for global investors, especially our Saudi brothers.” He highlighted the possibility of investments in a variety of industries, including agriculture, energy, and mining. According to him, the Special Investment Facilitation Council represents Pakistan’s commitment to facilitating foreign direct investment by ensuring that the investment procedures are efficient and advantageous to both parties.
