Kuwait eyes investment opportunities in Pakistan

January 21, 2026 (MLN): Kuwait has expressed strong interest in expanding economic and investment cooperation with Pakistan, citing confidence in the country’s economic potential, growing market, and long-term investment prospects.

The understanding emerged during a meeting on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos between Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb and Kuwait’s Minister of Finance, Subaih Abdul Aziz Al-Mukhaizeem. 

The two leaders exchanged views on Pakistan’s economic outlook and explored avenues to strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties, according to a press release issued.

The Kuwaiti finance minister shared Kuwait’s positive assessment of Pakistan’s economic fundamentals, noting the country’s human capital, market size, and emerging opportunities. 

He said Kuwait was increasingly looking beyond traditional markets for investments and viewed Pakistan as a promising destination, emphasizing a long-term and partnership-oriented approach.

Senator Aurangzeb briefed his counterpart on Pakistan’s improving macroeconomic situation, stating that the economy had moved toward stability with notable progress across key indicators. 

He said the government’s focus had shifted toward sustainable and inclusive growth, supported by stronger external accounts, rising remittances, expanding IT exports, and improving investor confidence.

The finance minister also highlighted renewed momentum in structural reforms, including privatization initiatives that have drawn strong interest from local investors. 

He said opportunities were emerging across priority sectors such as agriculture, minerals and mining, pharmaceuticals, and technology, creating favourable conditions for long-term investment partnerships.

The Kuwaiti finance minister expressed optimism about Pakistan’s economic trajectory and underscored Kuwait’s interest in exploring investment opportunities through its relevant institutions. 

Both sides agreed on the importance of strengthening the framework for bilateral economic engagement and maintaining continued engagement to facilitate investment flows and deepen cooperation.

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