APBF sees investor confidence rising, urges continuity of reforms
\nIslamabad
\nThe All Pakistan Business Forum (APBF) has expressed optimism over Pakistan\u2019s improving economic trajectory, terming the surge in the country\u2019s international bond prices as a clear indicator of growing investor confidence and macroeconomic stability.
\nAPBF President Syed Maaz Mahmood, while commenting on the latest developments, welcomed the upward trend in Pakistan\u2019s long-term dollar bonds, which climbed to their highest level in three years. The rally follows key diplomatic and economic engagements, including the high-profile visit of Pakistan\u2019s Field Marshal to China, as well as overall improvement in Pakistan\u2019s global financial image. He said such developments were encouraging signs of economic revival and international trust in Pakistan\u2019s reform process.
\nSyed Maaz Mahmood stated that Pakistan\u2019s return to financial favour among global investors signals a turning point. He said that the momentum we are witnessing in international markets reflects the confidence that investors are placing in Pakistan\u2019s policy direction, fiscal discipline and stability efforts. This is a milestone for the business community.
\nPakistan\u2019s outreach to China has sent a clear signal to international markets that the country is prioritising economic revival through strategic partnerships. He emphasised that political and economic stability is essential to fully benefit from this momentum
\nAPBF Chairman Ibrahim Qureshi urged the government to continue engaging the private sector for policy consultation and business facilitation. They reaffirmed their commitment to working closely with economic managers to achieve sustainable growth create employment and improve the overall business climate.
\nMaaz Mahmood added that these trends must be capitalised on through continued economic discipline, export-led policies, domestic industrial revival, and investment-friendly governance. Our message is simple: Pakistan is open for business, and we\u2019re moving in the right direction.
\nIbrahim Qureshi also welcomed the bond rally and stated that while the international market has shown its trust, the government must now focus on removing internal bottlenecks to facilitate trade, industry and job creation. The global shift in sentiment must translate into tangible ease for our business community, especially SMEs. This is the moment to push ahead with structural reforms, he added.
\nHe particularly lauded the strengthening ties between Pakistan and China, citing the recent visit of Pakistan\u2019s Field Marshal to Beijing as a strategic moment. The deepening of bilateral cooperation, especially in areas of industrial investment, energy, and logistics, is a sign of long-term planning and mutual trust. Such high-level exchanges have sent a positive message across global financial circles, he stated.
\nHe noted that the Chinese leadership\u2019s commitment to fast-tracking key economic corridors and energy infrastructure projects underlines Pakistan\u2019s renewed strategic importance in the region. This will not only benefit Pakistan\u2019s export potential but will also encourage technology transfer, skills training, and capital inflow,\u201d he added.
\nAPBF leaders urged the government to ensure consistency in its reform agenda, avoid ad hoc taxation, and promote digital governance, saying that without long-term economic policies and tax fairness, investor optimism may weaken.
\nThe forum also emphasized the need for timely policy consultation with stakeholders from the business and industrial community. We must not lose this momentum by ignoring the voices of those who drive Pakistan\u2019s economy, said Maaz Mahmood.
\nThe APBF reiterated its full support for efforts aimed at reducing the fiscal deficit, strengthening foreign exchange reserves, enhancing exports, and improving industrial output.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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