Pakistan Seeks to Deepen Trade and Investment Ties with US

Pakistan plans to strengthen trade, investment and business ties with the United States, with a focus on expanding cooperation across key economic sectors.

 

Federal Minister for Board of Investment Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh discussed bilateral economic relations with US Charge d’Affaires Natalie Baker during a meeting at the Board of Investment on Thursday.

 

The meeting covered investment opportunities, business-to-business linkages and potential cooperation in technology, energy, agriculture, healthcare and education. Sheikh said the government’s priority was to facilitate investors and improve the business environment to make it easier for companies to operate and expand.

 

Sheikh also informed Baker of his upcoming visit to New York from September 21–24 to attend the World Economic Forum’s Sustainable Development Impact Meetings 2026. He said the event would provide an opportunity to engage with international business leaders, showcase Pakistan’s investment potential and explore avenues for greater foreign investment and economic cooperation.

 

Baker welcomed Pakistan’s efforts to promote investment and improve its business environment.