Pakistan pitches Sindh's mega projects to Indonesian investors

July 14, 2026 (MLN): Pakistan on Tuesday showcased Sindh's expanding investment landscape to Indonesian businesses, highlighting major upcoming projects including the development of Keti Bandar Port, the establishment of a Sindh International Facilitation Centre in Karachi, and AI-enabled data centres powered by affordable energy.

Speaking after the Indonesian–Pakistan Investment & Business Forum, Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah said Sindh offered vast investment opportunities in infrastructure, logistics, renewable energy, information technology, manufacturing and agribusiness.

He expressed confidence that the forum would pave the way for stronger economic cooperation and tangible business partnerships between Pakistan and Indonesia, according to APP.

The chief minister said Pakistan and Indonesia shared a longstanding relationship based on mutual respect and cooperation, adding that deeper economic engagement could further strengthen bilateral ties.

He also thanked Indonesian Consul General Mu.dzakir and the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) for organising the forum.

Describing Sindh as Pakistan's economic engine, he said Karachi remained the country's financial and commercial hub, supported by world-class ports, industrial zones, financial institutions and a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Murad Shah said the provincial government was advancing plans to develop a deep-sea port at Keti Bandar, creating new opportunities in trade, logistics and maritime commerce.

He added that a Sindh International Facilitation Centre would be established in Karachi to provide investors with streamlined services and business support.

He also announced plans to establish AI-enabled data centres backed by affordable and sustainable energy. He said Sindh offered attractive investment prospects in renewable energy, particularly solar and wind power, as well as agriculture, food processing, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, information technology and value-added industries.

Referring to discussions on a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between Pakistan and Indonesia, the chief minister said the proposed agreement could boost bilateral trade, encourage investment and reduce barriers to economic cooperation.

He invited Indonesian companies to explore investment opportunities in Sindh and assured them of the provincial government's full support and facilitation for investment projects and long-term partnerships.

Responding to media queries, Murad Shah condemned the murder of Dr Akash Kumar and expressed condolences to the victim's family. He said those responsible would be brought to justice and that police were actively pursuing the case.

He said Pakistan, particularly Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, was facing renewed terrorist threats from elements seeking to destabilise the country, adding that law enforcement and intelligence agencies were working in close coordination to eliminate terrorist and criminal networks.

The chief minister also said an inquiry had been ordered into the Karachi University incident and assured that anyone found responsible would be held accountable.

He added that all suspects involved in the recent attack on Rangers Headquarters had been arrested.

On the wheat situation, Murad Shah acknowledged the ongoing flour crisis and said the provincial government's priority was to ensure fair compensation for growers.

He said the federal government had proposed a coordinated national wheat procurement mechanism to enable all provinces to maintain a uniform procurement price.

The chief minister added that there was growing support for deregulating wheat prices and establishing a wheat exchange mechanism to improve transparency, ensuring fair returns for farmers while allowing reasonable profits for traders without excessive profiteering.

He said the Sindh government was working on a comprehensive solution to safeguard the interests of both growers and consumers.

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