Pakistan is ready to open its economy to international markets and welcome foreign investors.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the government wants to improve economic growth and
create better opportunities.

The prime minister shared these views during a meeting with Peter Briggs, Managing Director of
North American Operations at Alvarez & Marsal. The international consulting firm expressed
interest in supporting Pakistan’s economic development and business environment.
Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan had achieved economic and financial stability. He explained that
the government was now working on important reforms to strengthen the country’s economy.
These reforms aim to support businesses and improve economic performance.
The prime minister highlighted the importance of increasing exports and improving local
manufacturing. He said the government wanted industries to become more efficient and
productive. Better industrial performance could help Pakistani businesses compete in
international markets.

The government is also taking steps to attract foreign direct investment. Shehbaz Sharif said
international investment could support economic growth and create new business opportunities.
The government wants to encourage foreign companies to invest in Pakistan.
The prime minister also discussed the performance of state-owned companies. He said the
government was reviewing their financial condition and overall efficiency. These companies
would be assessed before suitable decisions about privatisation were taken.

Shehbaz Sharif stressed the importance of qualified professionals and experienced economic
experts. He said Pakistan needed skilled people to support its economic development. The
government was ready to work with international consulting firms to achieve practical results.
Peter Briggs thanked the prime minister for the meeting. He appreciated the government’s
efforts to attract foreign investment and improve economic conditions. Briggs also expressed
Alvarez & Marsal’s interest in helping Pakistan develop a better business environment.
Federal Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Economic Affairs Minister Ahad Khan
Cheema attended the meeting. Federal Power Minister Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari also
participated in the discussion. Special Assistant Syed Tariq Fatemi and senior government
officials were also present.

The government hopes international partnerships will support economic development and
improve business opportunities. Pakistan is focusing on exports, manufacturing, investment,
and structural reforms. These efforts aim to strengthen the economy and support long-term
national prosperity.

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