Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will travel to Saudi Arabia next week to participate in the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Conference, one of the most influential global economic forums. The visit aims to promote Pakistan’s investment opportunities and present the government’s ongoing economic reform agenda to international investors and financial leaders.
According to official sources, the Prime Minister’s delegation will include senior government officials and business representatives. During the conference, Shehbaz Sharif is expected to hold bilateral meetings with key investors, CEOs of multinational firms, and Saudi leadership to strengthen economic cooperation between the two countries.
The FII Conference, often called the “Davos of the Desert,” gathers global policymakers, investors, and entrepreneurs to discuss innovation, sustainability, and future economic trends. Pakistan’s participation highlights its commitment to building stronger ties with Gulf economies and attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) in priority sectors such as energy, technology, agriculture, and infrastructure.
Government officials have said that the prime minister will present Pakistan’s roadmap for economic stability, focusing on fiscal discipline, digital transformation, and public-private partnerships. The delegation also aims to explore Saudi-Pak investment collaborations, especially under the recently proposed Pakistan–Saudi Economic Corridor.
The visit is part of the government’s broader effort to revive investor confidence after recent fiscal reforms and currency stabilization measures. The premier’s participation in the FII is expected to help Pakistan strengthen its image as a reliable destination for foreign investors.
Experts believe that Shehbaz Sharif’s engagement with global investors could open new channels for trade, energy cooperation, and infrastructure development. The move aligns with the government’s goal of boosting exports and reducing dependence on external loans.
In a related economic development, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) recently intensified its monitoring of digital income sources to broaden the tax base and ensure transparency in revenue collection. The FBR’s latest action against 20 social media influencers reflects the administration’s continued efforts to strengthen financial accountability an initiative that complements the prime minister’s reform message abroad.
The FII Conference in Riyadh will provide a key platform for Pakistan to highlight its reform-driven growth strategy, attract new investments, and deepen cooperation with Gulf partners committed to sustainable economic development.
