ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has called for enhanced coordination among federal and provincial institutions to maximize the benefits of both domestic and foreign investment in Pakistan.
Chairing a high-level meeting on investment and economic strategy, Dar emphasized the need for synchronized efforts across all government tiers to improve the investment climate and remove bureaucratic hurdles that discourage potential investors. He highlighted that policy consistency, transparency, and swift decision-making are key to gaining investor confidence.
Dar also stressed the importance of leveraging Pakistan’s strategic location and diverse economic potential to attract global businesses. He noted that better coordination between ministries, investment boards, and provincial authorities would accelerate project implementation and improve overall governance in the investment sector.
The Deputy PM reiterated the government’s commitment to facilitating investors through policy reforms and institutional strengthening, with a particular focus on sectors such as energy, infrastructure, technology, and agriculture.
Participants in the meeting included senior government officials, representatives from the Board of Investment, and key economic advisors, who agreed to develop a unified action plan to streamline investment procedures and promote public-private partnerships.
