ISLAMABAD, November 10, 2026: Uzbekistan’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Alisher Tukhtaev, visited the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) to discuss expanding bilateral trade, investment and economic cooperation, with particular emphasis on textiles, agriculture, food processing and special economic zones.
The meeting explored opportunities for strengthening commercial partnerships between Pakistan and Uzbekistan through increased private-sector participation, improved regional connectivity and cross-border investment.
During the discussions, both sides identified potential areas of cooperation in textiles, food processing, agriculture, real estate and Special Economic Zones (SEZs), focusing on opportunities that could support industrial development and bilateral economic growth.
The engagement also covered measures to improve business-to-business linkages and facilitate investment partnerships between companies operating in the two countries.
SIFC representatives highlighted the council’s role in providing coordinated institutional support to international investors and facilitating engagement with relevant government departments and business stakeholders.
The council emphasised its commitment to simplifying investment facilitation and creating opportunities for foreign investors interested in establishing commercial and industrial operations in Pakistan.
Both sides acknowledged the potential for deeper economic cooperation through improved trade connectivity, private-sector collaboration and investment in sectors of mutual interest.
The meeting also highlighted the importance of regional economic integration and stronger commercial links between Pakistan and Central Asian countries.
SIFC reaffirmed its commitment to promoting international investment partnerships and converting emerging business opportunities into practical economic cooperation.
The engagement forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen Pakistan-Uzbekistan economic relations and encourage greater investment and trade between the two countries.