US Envoy Encourages Increased American Investment in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD – Natalie Baker,the acting US Ambassador too Pakistan,actively encouraged American businesses to increase investment and expand operations within Pakistan during a recent webinar. The call to action comes as the Pakistani government, under Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, implements economic reforms aimed at fostering a more welcoming habitat for foreign investors.
Speaking at the event,hosted by the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU),ambassador Baker highlighted Pakistan’s considerable strategic advantages. These include a substantial consumer market, competitive labor costs, and a geographically beneficial location.
According to a press release from the US Embassy issued Wednesday, the webinar convened business leaders and financial institutions from both the US and pakistan to discuss the evolving economic landscape and ongoing reforms in Pakistan.
Baker specifically pointed to several key sectors ripe for US investment, including critical minerals, information and communications technology, agriculture, energy, and infrastructure progress. She underscored Pakistan’s potential, noting it’s current ranking as the world’s fifth-largest country with a population of 250 million, 64% of whom are under the age of 30.”Pakistan represents one of the world’s largest and youngest consumer markets,” Baker stated. She further cited economic projections, noting Pakistan’s current GDP of approximately $412 billion (ranked 38th globally) and a Goldman Sachs forecast projecting growth to $3.3 trillion by 2050, potentially positioning it among the top 10 to 15 global economies.[
[(Embedded iframe from Dawn news card remains as in original)]The Ambassador’s remarks signal continued US interest in strengthening economic ties with Pakistan as the country pursues economic revitalization.
Published in Dawn, September 4th, 2025
