Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has affirmed that providing comprehensive facilitation to business leaders for industrial and economic development remains one of the government’s top priorities. He made these remarks during a meeting with prominent businessmen and industrialists in Islamabad, convened to discuss the country’s business and investment climate.

According to Radio Pakistan, the Prime Minister emphasized that sustainable economic growth can be achieved through practical and collaborative efforts between the public and private sectors. He stated that enhancing the appeal of Pakistani products and businesses at both regional and global levels is a core objective of the government’s economic vision. Effective measures are being taken to attract foreign investment in manufacturing, production, and international trade.

Shehbaz Sharif underscored that the federal government and all relevant institutions are working diligently to convert positive economic indicators into tangible national development and public prosperity. In addition to attracting investment from global corporations, the government is actively promoting domestic industries to strengthen the national economy.

The Prime Minister further stated that federal institutions will continue to refine their strategies by incorporating constructive recommendations from experts and business leaders to drive overall economic progress. He added that boosting exports and establishing new industries are key to transforming economic indicators into long-term, sustainable growth.

During the meeting, representatives from various economic and industrial sectors shared their concerns and submitted recommendations for government initiatives. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed the development of a comprehensive strategy based on these recommendations to guide the national economy toward sustainable growth and a positive trajectory, in collaboration with the business community.

The meeting also included an in-depth review of strategies to reduce industrial production costs, enhance the competitiveness of Pakistani products in regional markets, and explore avenues for international investment in Pakistan’s industrial and commercial sectors. The business leaders praised the government’s initiatives across multiple sectors and acknowledged the macroeconomic stability achieved. They expressed confidence that continued efforts in this positive direction would further improve the country’s investment climate.