WASHINGTON: Pakistan’s ambassador to the United States Aizaz Ahmed Chaudhry has said that Pakistan is taking all measures to facilitate foreign investors to make investment in the Country which would be a win-win situation for all.
In a meeting with the US Congressman Ted Lieu and a member of House Committee on Foreign Affairs in Washington during which views on Pak-US relations and issues of mutual interests were exchanged, the ambassador noted that international donor and financial agencies had acknowledged the progress made by Pakistan in the economic sphere.
The Pakistani envoy said that the security and economic situation had improved tremendously in Pakistan as a result of the prudent government policies. He said that Pakistan’s economy was on an upward trajectory and set to achieve five percent growth this financial year with economic indicators showing positive trends.
The ambassador particularly mentioned the new investment opportunities opening up in Pakistan as a result of boost in economic activities.
Chaudhry and the US Congressman had a productive exchange of views on bilateral relations and regional issues. He informed the Congressman was informed about the committed efforts made by the government to root out the menace of terrorism from Pakistan. He said that the military operation was successful in eliminating terrorists hideouts and they were on the run.
Meanwhile, the ambassador Chaudhary also met the leading Pakistan-American women entrepreneurs and professionals in community and humanitarian work in Los Angles. He appreciated the role played by them supporting community and humanitarian work.
Chaudhry said that women in Pakistan were playing pro-active role in myriad fields. He said that Pakistan had a target to involve 45 percent participation of women in economy by 2025.
The ambassador encouraged them to explore opportunities of business in Pakistan where women entrepreneurs were running many successful business ventures and making significant contribution to the overall economy.
The ambassador also informed the gathering that the government was fully appreciative of the role being played by the overseas Pakistanis in helping their motherland. He urged them to continue to work to promote the soft image of Pakistan and portray the country as a welfare state.
