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Ambassador Khalil Hashmi inaugurated Pakistan’s Pavilion at the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) 2024, highlighting 13 priority sectors for investment in Pakistan, including manufacturing, technology, energy, agriculture, and infrastructure. He praised the contributions of Pakistani organizations fostering B2B ties with China and announced the upcoming Pakistan Investment Conference. The pavilion, organized through a public-private partnership, showcases investment opportunities and offers direct expertise on Pakistan’s infrastructure. The event aims to enhance economic cooperation between Pakistani and Chinese businesses through discussions and B2B meetings.
BEIJING, Sep 13 (APP): Ambassador of Pakistan to China Khalil Hashmi on Friday Inaugurated Pakistan Pavilion at China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) 2024, wherein he highlighted 13 priority sectors for investment in Pakistan.
Addressing the gathering, he said that Pakistan had immense potential for investment in manufacturing, technology, energy, agriculture, and infrastructure development, according to a press release.
Ambassador Hashmi, who was accompanied by Zhang Yanqing, Deputy Secretary-General of the People’s Government of Pingdingshan City, acknowledged the valuable contributions of Pakistani organizations participating in CIFTIS, including the Export Processing Zone Authority (EPZA), Green Pakistan Initiative, Dhabeji Economic Zone, Allama Iqbal SEZ, National Bank of Pakistan, and others, which are pivotal in fostering B2B relationships between Pakistan and China.
The ambassador stated that as part of Pakistan’s efforts to further economic engagement with China, the embassy would also host the Pakistan Investment Conference on “Together for a Shared Future during CIFTIS.”
CIFTIS, recognized as one of the world’s largest platforms for trade in services, presents a unique opportunity for countries to showcase their strengths in the services sector and engage in global trade relations.
This year’s Pakistan Pavilion sets itself apart by adopting a public-private partnership model in its setup and operations. The aim is not only to inform visitors of the vast investment opportunities in Pakistan but also to offer a practical understanding of how businesses can establish and grow within the country.
The pavilion features industrial park operators and development authorities, offering attendees direct access to valuable expertise on infrastructure and investment-ready environment in Pakistan.
The conference, alongside panel discussions, interactive sessions, and B2B meetings, is expected to serve as a powerful platform for Pakistani and Chinese businesses to explore new avenues of cooperation and develop meaningful partnerships.
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