H.E. Qaiser Ahmed Shaikh, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Board of Investment(BoI), held a highly productive and forward-looking meeting with his UAE counterpart H.E. Mohammad Hasan Al Suwaidi, Minister of Investment, United Arab Emirates, today on October 23, 2025, in Sharjah during the World Investment Conference 2025.
Mohamed Al Hawi, Undersecretary, Ministry of Investment, UAE, along with officials of the Board of Investment (BOI), Pakistan, and representatives of the Pakistan Consulate, Dubai, were also present.
During the meeting, both sides conducted a comprehensive review of the progress made between Pakistan and the UAE regarding investment cooperation in Pakistan.
The Federal Minister emphasized that the UAE side may identify potential investors who could show interest in sectors such as energy, agriculture, infrastructure development, finance, and technology in Pakistan. The UAE Minister acknowledged that significant strides have been made in realizing tangible benefits for both economies.
In addition, both sides noted the positive momentum generated by recent high-level exchanges between the leadership of Pakistan and the UAE. These diplomatic engagements have served to strengthen the strategic partnership and enhance cooperation across multiple fields. Both ministers expressed optimism regarding the future trajectory of this relationship and underscored the importance of continued collaboration at all levels.
The meeting also provided an opportunity to exchange views on further deepening bilateral investment ties. The two sides discussed new areas of mutual interest that could lead to enhanced investment flows. They emphasized the importance of facilitating ease of doing business, promoting joint ventures, and encouraging private sector involvement to maximize the potential of their economic cooperation.
Both leaders reiterated their commitment to fostering a robust, dynamic, and long-term economic partnership that contributes to the prosperity and development of both nations.
Under the leadership of Federal Minister Qaiser Ahmed Shaikh, the Board of Investment (BOI) remains committed to enhancing Pakistan’s economy, attracting foreign investment, and strengthening global economic partnerships.
