During the meeting with the Ambassador of Vietnam, the Federal Minister
emphasized that Pakistan can learn from Vietnam’s successful economic
transformation, which has been driven by sustained foreign investment and export-led
growth. He noted that Vietnam’s progress in manufacturing and value-added exports,
including technology-based products such as Samsung is a model worth studying.
The Vietnamese Ambassador highlighted that Vietnam can explore Pakistani
markets for import of its raw materials. Both sides agreed to identify joint investment
opportunities and enhance cooperation in various sectors to strengthen economic ties
between the two countries.
In a separate meeting with the Ambassador of Iran, Mr. Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh
appreciated Iran’s long-standing support to Pakistan and welcomed its growing interest
in trade and investment collaboration.
Discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in agricultural products, including
wheat, rice, and mangoes, and on exploring opportunities in Special Economic Zones
(SEZs) and free market trade frameworks.
The Federal Minister underlined that Iran and Pakistan share historic and
brotherly relations and reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to pursuing the proposals
highlighted by the Iranian Ambassador to further strengthen bilateral trade and
economic cooperation.
Mr. Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh reaffirmed that Pakistan’s constructive engagement
with Vietnam and Iran reflects the government’s firm resolve to promote economic
diplomacy, attract foreign investment, and ensure sustainable economic growth.
Board of Investment (BOI), under leadership of Mr. Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh,
remains committed to strengthening Pakistan’s economy through increased investment
facilitation and international partnerships with friendly nations.
