Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh calls for investment-led growth, policy consistency

Federal Board of Investment Minister Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh called for Pakistan to pursue growth led by investment, backed by consistent policies, private-sector participation and institutional reforms. Speaking at CEO Summit Islamabad 2026 on October 23, he said investment could support employment, technology adoption, productivity, industrial capacity and exports.

Sheikh cited China’s long-term investment focus as a model and identified information technology, agriculture, agro-processing, mining, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure and tourism as areas with potential. He said investors need clear rules, timely decisions and a predictable business climate, adding that the Board of Investment is working to ease business setup and expansion and improve coordination across government departments. He also urged continued engagement with local businesses and overseas Pakistanis to encourage investment, partnerships and technology transfer.