Doha, Qatar: Business leaders from Qatar and Pakistan have called for closer economic cooperation and expanded investment partnerships during the first meeting of the Qatar-Pakistan Joint Business Council, held virtually on Monday.
The meeting brought together Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Obaidly, board member of Qatar Chamber and head of the Qatari side of the council, alongside Zaki Aijaz, Vice-President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry, and Mehmood Arshad, head of the Pakistani side of the council.
Speaking during the session, Al Obaidly described the joint council as an important platform for identifying new investment opportunities and strengthening partnerships between private sector companies in both countries.
He said Qatar Chamber was committed to supporting broader trade and investment cooperation between the two business communities, highlighting the strength of economic ties and growing trade exchange between Qatar and Pakistan.
Al Obaidly added that Pakistan represented an important strategic economic partner for Qatar because of its promising market, skilled workforce and diverse investment opportunities, while Qatar offered an attractive environment for investors.
For his part, Aijaz said the joint council would play a significant role in enhancing cooperation between Pakistani and Qatari businesses.
He praised the ongoing collaboration between the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry and Qatar Chamber, which he said had helped activate the council.
He also highlighted investment opportunities in Pakistan across sectors including agriculture, food security, tourism, logistics, manufacturing and infrastructure, encouraging Qatari investors to explore opportunities in the country.
Meanwhile, Arshad stressed the importance of the private sector in advancing economic and trade relations between the two countries.
He said the council would help strengthen communication between business leaders on both sides, while showcasing opportunities for investment and partnership that could increase bilateral trade and support new commercial alliances serving mutual interests.
