Federal Minister for Economic Affairs and Establishment Division, Mr. Ahad Cheema, today chaired a high-level meeting focused on the strategic roadmap of the Board of Investment (BOI). The meeting was attended by Minister of State for Finance, Mr. Bilal Azhar Kayani, Secretary BOI, and other senior officials. The primary objective of the meeting was to deliberate on policy measures aimed at accelerating economic growth, improving Pakistan’s investment climate, and increasing Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).

Federal Minister Ahad Cheema expressed satisfaction with the ongoing progress on the regulatory reforms framework during the BOI briefing on the reforms package. He conveyed optimism that Pakistan will develop a comprehensive regulatory reforms package soon, which he believes will be a game changer for the country’s investment climate.

Minister Ahad Cheema underscored the urgent need to operationalize Specialized Economic Zones (SEZs) in a structured and efficient manner. He highlighted that SEZs are a critical component of Pakistan’s economic strategy, contributing significantly to industrial expansion, employment generation, and technological advancement. He emphasized that strong intergovernmental coordination, particularly between federal and provincial levels, is key to ensuring the success and global competitiveness of these zones.