Islamabad (TDI): A delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE), led by Syed Zeeshan Shah, Chairman of One Group, met with Federal Minister for Finance, Muhammad Aurangzeb, on Wednesday to discuss collaboration on emerging financial technologies and digital transformation.
The discussions focused on tokenisation, artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and modern digital infrastructure, with the UAE delegation offering technical expertise, advisory support, and capacity building to assist Pakistan’s ongoing financial sector reforms.
The delegation highlighted global best practices and innovative private sector solutions that could enhance transparency, efficiency, investor access, and financial inclusion, while respecting Pakistan’s regulatory framework.
Minister Aurangzeb emphasized the government’s commitment to responsible innovation, strong governance, and regulatory compliance. He noted that any future partnership would align with national priorities and legal requirements.
The delegation included senior executives from Prypco and One Group, including Amira Hussain Sajwani, Co-Managing Director of Damac Group and CEO of Prypco, along with other top officials.
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Separately, the UAE delegation met Federal Minister for Information Technology & Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja to explore opportunities in Pakistan’s growing digital and technology ecosystem.
The minister highlighted the government’s Digital Pakistan vision, which aims to build an inclusive, innovation-driven digital economy. She noted that under the Ramazan Package, 500,000 women were digitally connected through the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) by opening digital wallets in just one month, marking a major step in financial inclusion.
Both sides also discussed outsourcing opportunities, recognition of Pakistani tech talent, and the potential of property technology (PropTech) and tokenisation to improve efficiency, unlock savings, and increase liquidity in real estate and financial sectors.
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The UAE delegation praised Pakistan’s skilled youth and digital infrastructure, expressing confidence in the country’s potential for technology-led investment, PropTech development, and blockchain adoption.
