In a major boost to Pakistan’s foreign investment portfolio, Qatar has signed a protocol committing to invest $3 billion in Pakistan through the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) and other designated financial channels.

The agreement was finalized at the conclusion of the Sixth Session of the Pakistan-Qatar Joint Ministerial Commission on Economic, Trade, and Technical Cooperation, held over three days in Doha.

Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, and Qatar’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Sheikh Faisal bin Thani Al Thani, signed the protocol on behalf of their respective governments.

Strengthening Bilateral Economic Ties

The $3 billion investment pledge is part of a broader framework aimed at enhancing trade, industrial collaboration, and energy cooperation between Islamabad and Doha. Both sides expressed their commitment to deepening economic ties and facilitating business-to-business partnerships.

The protocol outlines investment opportunities in energy, infrastructure, logistics, and agriculture, as well as public–private partnership (PPP) projects designed to attract sustainable foreign direct investment (FDI).

Officials said the agreement reflects Qatar’s growing confidence in Pakistan’s economic reforms and its potential as a key partner in South Asia’s emerging markets.

Focus Areas for Investment

According to the Ministry of Commerce, discussions also included expanding LNG supply agreements, exploring renewable energy collaborations, and facilitating Qatari participation in Pakistan’s Special Economic Zones (SEZs) under the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) framework.

Minister Jam Kamal Khan said the investment commitment would strengthen Pakistan’s economic resilience and support its efforts to stabilize foreign reserves through long-term partnerships rather than short-term loans.

“This agreement marks a new chapter in Pakistan-Qatar relations — one focused on shared growth, trade expansion, and industrial cooperation,” the minister stated.

Economic Outlook and Regional Significance

Qatar’s $3 billion pledge comes at a time when Pakistan is actively seeking strategic investments from friendly nations to bolster its economy and reduce reliance on external borrowing.

The development is expected to positively impact Pakistan’s investment climate, support job creation, and contribute to infrastructure modernization.

Analysts view the Qatar–Pakistan partnership as a significant step in regional economic integration, aligning with Islamabad’s vision to strengthen ties with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.