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title: 'PM Shehbaz Meets Qatari Minister, Emphasizes Boosting Trade and FDI'
url: 'https://thediplomaticinsight.com/shehbaz-meets-qatari-minister-emphasizes-boosting-trade/'
author: 'Sohail Majeed'
date: '2026-02-24T15:00:00+05:00'
categories:
  - 'Economy'
  - 'Featured'
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# PM Shehbaz Meets Qatari Minister, Emphasizes Boosting Trade and FDI

**Doha (TDI):** Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al-Sayed, Minister of State for Foreign Trade of Qatar and chairman of the Pak-Qatar Joint Business Taskforce in Doha on Tuesday.

During the meeting, both sides reviewed bilateral trade and economic cooperation, expressing satisfaction over the growing momentum in Pakistan–Qatar relations.

The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of enhancing trade volumes and diversifying Pakistan’s exports to Qatar, particularly in agricultural products, food items, and value-added goods.

They discussed follow-up measures from the 6th Session of the Pakistan–Qatar Joint Ministerial Commission and reaffirmed their commitment to implementing the agreed decisions. PM Shehbaz also highlighted Pakistan’s investment-friendly reforms and the role of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) in facilitating foreign investment.

**Read More: [PM Shehbaz Engages Qatari Leadership on Trade, Energy and Investment](https://thediplomaticinsight.com/shehbaz-engages-qatari-leadership-trade-energy-investment/)**

Dr. Ahmed bin Mohammed Al-Sayed reiterated Qatar’s interest in expanding economic cooperation and strengthening private-sector and business linkages between the two countries.

The two sides also agreed to convene a meeting of the task force comprising  relevant officials of both countries, within the month of Ramadan, to discuss concrete investment proposals for Qatari investment in Pakistan.

The meeting underscored the shared resolve to further deepen trade, investment and industrial collaboration between Pakistan and Qatar.

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar and Special Assistant to the PM Tariq Fatemi were also present in the meeting.

**Read More: [PM Shehbaz Lands in Qatar for Two-Day Official Visit](https://thediplomaticinsight.com/shehbaz-lands-in-qatar-two-day-visit/)**

The discussions between Pakistan and Qatar come at a time when regional economic collaboration is gaining momentum, with both countries seeking to strengthen trade ties and investment flows. Observers note that such high-level engagements help build confidence among international investors and create a stable environment for long-term business partnerships.

Experts highlight that Pakistan’s ongoing economic reforms, coupled with the facilitation role of institutions like the SIFC, are making the country an increasingly attractive destination for foreign investment. These measures aim to streamline procedures, reduce bureaucratic hurdles, and provide a transparent framework for investors, ensuring sustainable growth and job creation.

Looking ahead, both nations are expected to explore further avenues of cooperation in areas such as energy, infrastructure, technology, and human capital development. By fostering stronger economic and industrial linkages, Pakistan and Qatar are positioning themselves to not only expand bilateral trade but also contribute to broader regional prosperity and economic integration.