Pakistan eyes global investment push through talks with Alvarez & Marsal

March 31, 2026 (MLN): Pakistan is exploring new avenues to attract international investment and develop innovative financial structures, as discussions with global advisory firm Alvarez & Marsal signal a push toward strengthening strategic investment platforms and mobilizing private capital for economic growth.

The talks focused on adapting global sovereign advisory models to Pakistan’s needs and enhancing collaboration with international financial institutions to support key economic priorities, according to a press release issued.

The developments came during a meeting between Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb and a delegation led by Reza Baqir, Managing Director and Global Head of Sovereign Advisory at Alvarez & Marsal.

The delegation included Managing Directors Peter Briggs and Elizabeth Shortino, along with Associate Director Mickey Landen, who joined virtually.

The participants exchanged views on unlocking private sector participation, improving investor confidence, and identifying sectors where structured investment vehicles could deliver maximum impact.

The finance minister welcomed the firm’s continued engagement and emphasized the need to move toward concrete, actionable proposals that can be implemented in the near term.

He stressed the importance of coordinated efforts, robust financial structuring, and effective outreach to global partners to ensure successful execution.

Both sides agreed to maintain close coordination through designated focal persons and to continue technical-level discussions in the coming days.

It was also decided that follow-up engagements would take place, including during upcoming international meetings, to further refine proposals and advance collaboration aimed at boosting investment inflows and supporting Pakistan’s broader economic objectives.

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