The people
of Pakistan have reposed their full faith and confidence in the
mainstream political parties giving them the mandate to lead the
nation on the path of success and prosperity. Our government rests
on the foundation of democracy and is resolved to transform the
people’s aspirations into a just and prosperous society with a
vibrant economy. This pragmatic yet visionary approach along with
and enabling bossiness environment is bound to attract investment
in different sectors of our economy.
As the sixth most populous nation
in the world, with a young demographic profile, Pakistan has a
truly strong human resource base. Its economy has achieved a five-year
compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7 percent, with the banking,
services, industrial and agricultural sectors making significant
contribution. The government also aims to achieve sustainable
growth through diversification of its economy and further strengthening
of the agriculture sector.
Despite challenges in the recent
past, Pakistan’s economy remains resilient. The Karachi Stock
Exchange has become one of the best performers among the major
emerging markets. Pakistan has also been ranked by the Investors
Chronicle, UK as one of the seven attractive emerging markets
offering a wide range of investment opportunities.
Pakistan has a lot to offer to
foreign investors, especially in the engineering, power, horticulture
and manufacturing sectors with unlimited untapped potential for
growth. Our government assures complete support and cooperation
to investors and welcomes them to look at Pakistan as the destination
of preferred investment.
Syed Yousuf
Raza Gilani,
Prime Minister, Islamic
Republic of Pakistan
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