Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif underscored the government’s unwavering commitment to prioritizing the security and safety of Chinese citizens during a meeting with a delegation of representatives from Chinese companies in Pakistan. He assured them that all necessary measures are being taken to ensure foolproof security for Chinese nationals.
Encouraging Chinese companies to explore opportunities in setting up industries within Special Economic Zones through business-to-business arrangements, the Prime Minister particularly extended an invitation to the Chinese textile industry to establish their industrial presence.
Highlighting the upcoming visit to China, Prime Minister Sharif emphasized its focus on CPEC-II and the further enhancement of economic ties between Pakistan and China. He stressed the importance of providing top-notch technical training to the local workforce for the next phase of CPEC.
Drawing inspiration from China’s remarkable achievement of lifting 700 million people out of poverty, the Prime Minister expressed Pakistan’s eagerness to learn from China’s experiences, particularly in boosting exports.
Reaffirming Pakistan’s dedication to agricultural advancement through innovation and technology, Prime Minister Sharif expressed interest in leveraging China’s expertise in the IT industry for the development of Pakistan’s IT sector.
In a bid to attract investments, the Prime Minister invited Chinese companies to consider establishing electric and hybrid vehicle plants in Pakistan, directing authorities to swiftly address any hurdles faced by Chinese companies.
The representatives of Chinese companies conveyed their firm commitment to further expanding their business ventures and investments in Pakistan.
