London, May 7, 2025 — In a strong show of investor confidence in Pakistan’s economic trajectory, the Federal Minister for Privatization and the Federal Minister for Finance participated in an exclusive Investor Roundtable hosted by KTrade Securities at Carlos Place, London. The high-impact event brought together a select group of global private equity investors and strategic partners interested in unlocking Pakistan’s investment potential.
Prominent international investors in attendance included NIU Invest (Germany), with a focus on mining and real estate; Hamid Nasir of General Atomics; Dr. Yanwen Chan from Phinx Robotics; Joachim Von der Goltz of ek robotics; and Farid Haque representing AQVC. Their presence underscored growing global interest in Pakistan’s dynamic sectors such as mining, defense, artificial intelligence, and advanced robotics.
The Roundtable was organized as part of the broader Pakistan Access Day initiative, jointly hosted by Jefferies and KTrade Securities, which aims to connect Pakistani economic leadership with top-tier international investors and business leaders.
During the session, both ministers provided a compelling overview of Pakistan’s ongoing privatization efforts, macroeconomic reforms, and sector-specific opportunities designed to attract long-term foreign direct investment. Investors responded with enthusiasm, highlighting key areas of alignment and expressing readiness to explore strategic ventures within Pakistan.
The event also drew participation from leading Pakistani business figures, signaling robust domestic support for global partnerships and innovation-led growth.
“This roundtable marks a pivotal step in our journey to position Pakistan as a prime destination for global capital,” said the Privatization Minister. “We are committed to transparency, policy stability, and facilitating investment that catalyzes industrial growth and job creation.”
The Finance Minister echoed this optimism: “Investor interest in frontier technologies and critical sectors such as mining and AI is a testament to the confidence in Pakistan’s potential. Our focus remains on enabling a business-friendly environment that supports sustainable growth.”
The Investor Roundtable served as a powerful platform for dialogue, collaboration, and the forging of meaningful international alliances poised to drive Pakistan’s economic future.
