APBF meets US embassy senior diplomats to discuss trade, joint ventures, tech transfer
\n Lahore
\nThe United States diplomats have expressed keen interest in investing in Pakistan, highlighting the country\u2019s growing potential for trade and business collaboration, during a high-level meeting with the All Pakistan Business Forum (APBF) leadership here today.
\nThe delegation, led by Chairman Mr. Ibrahim Qureshi and President Syed Maaz Mahmood, met with Mr. Zachary Harkenrider, Deputy Head of Mission, and Mr. Robert C. Newsome, Deputy Economic Counselor, at the U.S. Embassy to explore avenues for enhanced bilateral trade, joint ventures, and technology transfer.
\nAddressing the gathering, APBF President Syed Maaz Mahmood emphasized the importance of strategic dialogue between the business community and international partners.
\n\u201cWe are planning a joint conference to address foreign direct investment and the challenges faced by the business community. Our objective is to bring together all stakeholders to improve policies for ease of doing business, identify practical solutions, and encourage knowledge sharing and networking.
\nThis initiative will provide a platform for tangible growth and help address the common challenges faced by our industries,\u201d he said.
\nSyed Maaz Mahmood further highlighted that a robust and investor-friendly environment is critical for economic development. \u201cThe business community in Pakistan is eager to expand its global reach. Strategic collaboration with the United States will not only unlock new opportunities but also strengthen institutional frameworks that support sustainable growth and innovation,\u201d he added.
\nChairman Mr. Ibrahim Qureshi expressed APBF\u2019s commitment to fostering stronger ties with U.S. partners. \u201cAPBF has been actively working across multiple sectors with U.S. businesses and remains dedicated to collaborating with the U.S. Embassy to promote bilateral trade, facilitate business expansion, and encourage joint ventures and technology transfer.
\nWe envision a future where Pakistani businesses are fully integrated into global value chains, and this partnership with the U.S. will be pivotal in achieving that goal,\u201d he stated.
\nThe U.S. Embassy officials warmly welcomed APBF\u2019s leadership. Mr. Zachary Harkenrider lauded APBF\u2019s efforts in connecting Pakistani businesses with U.S. and global markets, saying, we look forward to working with APBF to build a strong and sustainable partnership that benefits both countries.
\nMr. Robert C. Newsome also praised the Forum\u2019s initiatives, noting, APBF\u2019s work in promoting bilateral trade and business collaboration is truly commendable and will undoubtedly strengthen the economic ties between Pakistan and the United States.
\nWe anticipate continued partnership and mutual growth in the coming years.
\nThe meeting focused on key areas of mutual interest, including promoting bilateral trade and investment, facilitating joint ventures, encouraging technology transfer and innovation, and improving the business environment through supportive policies. Both sides showed optimism regarding the potential of these initiatives and discussed concrete steps to move forward.
\nAPBF also took the opportunity to acknowledge the contributions of Field Marshal Asim Munir in guiding Pakistan\u2019s economic vision and recognized the significant role of Marka-e- Haq in shaping industrial and trade frameworks too. The army\u2019s efforts were highlighted as instrumental in creating an environment conducive to sustainable economic growth.
\nBoth the APBF leadership and U.S. officials expressed appreciation for the spirit of collaboration and pledged to continue dialogue, emphasizing that this partnership would serve as a catalyst for innovation, investment, and inclusive development in Pakistan\u2019s economy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
APBF meets US embassy senior diplomats to discuss trade, joint ventures, tech transfer Lahore The United States diplomats have expressed keen interest in investing in Pakistan, highlighting the country\u2019s growing potential for trade and business collaboration, during a high-level meeting with the All Pakistan Business Forum (APBF) leadership here today. The delegation, led by Chairman […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":500162,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-500145","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-business"},"yoast_head":"\n