Govt invites Qatari investors to SEZs, Retaj eyes hospitality ventures in Pakistan

Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan invited Qatari businesses to consider investment in Pakistan’s Special Economic Zones during meetings in Doha on October 25 and 26, Business Recorder reported. Talks alongside the World Investment Forum 2026 covered trade, food security, regional connectivity and cooperation between private-sector groups.

At a meeting with Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industries, Jam Kamal highlighted Karachi’s industrial area and export-oriented manufacturing opportunities. Retaj Group, meanwhile, expressed interest in joint ventures with Pakistani partners and exploring the expansion of its hospitality brands into Pakistan. Separate discussions with Qatari officials and the D-8 Organisation addressed agriculture, food supply chains and trade links, including implementation of the D-8 Preferential Trade Agreement after Egypt’s ratification.