The Rising Pakistan Group, composed of young entrepreneurs from various sectors, recently met with representatives of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) to discuss Pakistan’s economic future. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Nasir Shah Bukhari, Chairman of KASB, and featured a detailed briefing from Dr. Jahanzeb Khan, Secretary of the SIFC Apex Committee.
The Rising Pakistan Group includes leaders from technology, textile, food, finance, education, and health industries. During the briefing, Dr. Khan outlined the SIFC’s goals, mandate, and legal status, emphasizing the Council’s rapid progress in enhancing government performance and its positive impact on the economy within its first year.
Key initiatives by the SIFC include a revised visa policy, the creation of the National Sea Regulatory Authority, the formulation of an Aquaculture Policy, and the development of National Space Policy and Laws. These measures aim to align Pakistan with international standards and foster a more conducive business environment.
Dr. Bukhari expressed strong support for the SIFC’s efforts, highlighting the group’s confidence in the Council’s potential to navigate Pakistan out of its economic challenges. He affirmed that the Rising Pakistan Group is committed to assisting the SIFC in its mission.
“The SIFC has significantly improved the business climate in a short period, making Pakistan more attractive for international investment,” Dr. Bukhari noted.
