Davos, Switzerland | January 21, 2026
The Pathfinder Group hosted its flagship “Pakistan Breakfast” at the Pakistan Pavilion during the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos 2026 on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., continuing a tradition that has become a cornerstone of Pakistan’s engagement at Davos for over two decades. Held at the Morosani Posthotel, the event brought together senior global leaders from government, business, finance, and international institutions.
The Pakistan Breakfast was hosted by Zarrar Sehgal, Chairman of the Pathfinder Group. Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif graced the event as the Chief Guest, highlighting Pakistan’s commitment to high-level international engagement and economic diplomacy at the World Economic Forum.
Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue delivered the keynote address alongside an eminent group of international speakers, including Ross Perot, Jr., Chairman, The Perot Companies and Hillwood, Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister Pakistan, and Mirek Dušek, Managing Director, Chief Business Officer, and Head of Global Programming, World Economic Forum.
The Pakistan Breakfast provides a premier platform to engage international investors, policymakers, corporate leaders, and WEF partners, reinforcing Pakistan’s economic narrative and highlighting opportunities for collaboration, investment, and long-term partnerships. The event reflected Pathfinder Group’s continued commitment to projecting Pakistan as a country of opportunity, reform, and resilience within the global economic system.
For more than two decades, Pathfinder Group, under the leadership of Ikram Sehgal, has played a central role at Davos by organizing the Pakistan Pavilion and the iconic Pakistan Breakfast, consistently fostering dialogue between Pakistan and the international community while showcasing the country’s evolving economic and strategic outlook.
The session concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Ikram Sehgal, Co-Chairman, Pathfinder Group, who reaffirmed Pathfinder Group’s commitment to leveraging the WEF platform to strengthen Pakistan’s global standing, deepen international partnerships, and promote constructive engagement with global stakeholders.
The Pakistan Breakfast remains one of the most well-attended and anticipated Pakistan-focused events at WEF Davos, serving as a vital forum for dialogue, networking, and engagement between Pakistan’s leadership and the global community.
Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif (Chief Guest)
Reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to economic reforms, global engagement, and sustainable growth and emphasized investor confidence, regional connectivity, and Pakistan’s constructive global role.
Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue
Outlined macroeconomic stabilization measures and Pakistan’s fiscal reform roadmap.
Highlighted investor-friendly policies and long-term economic resilience.
Ross Perot, Jr., Chairman, The Perot Companies and Hillwood
Spoke on Pakistan’s strategic investment potential and emerging market opportunities.
Encouraged sustained public–private partnerships and long-term investor confidence.
Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister of Pakistan
Highlighted Pakistan’s improving economic indicators and renewed international confidence.
Emphasized policy continuity, fiscal responsibility, and strengthened global partnerships.
Mirek Dušek, Managing Director & Chief Business Officer, World Economic Forum
Emphasized WEF’s continued collaboration with Pakistan on global economic priorities.
Highlighted the importance of innovation, dialogue, and inclusive growth.
Zarrar Sehgal, Chairman, Pathfinder Group (Host)
Welcomed distinguished guests and highlighted Pathfinder Group’s two-decade legacy at Davos.
Reaffirmed commitment to positioning Pakistan as a credible, reform-oriented, and opportunity-driven economy.
Ikram Sehgal, Co-Chairman, Pathfinder Group (Vote of Thanks)
Expressed gratitude to the Honorable Prime Minister and esteemed speakers for their leadership.
Highlighted the Asaan Mobile Account initiative, noting 13.8 million registered accounts, advancing financial inclusion for women and underserved communities across Pakistan
