Islamabad: A Qatari delegation has said it is willing to invest in the Naya Pakistan Housing Programme (NPHP) project, a news source reported.
Qatar Investment Authority Deputy Chief Investment Office Sheikh Faisal Bin Thani Al-Thani expressed his views on the matter during a meeting with Adviser to the Prime Minister (PM) on Commerce Abdul Razak Dawood in Islamabad.
He said that Qatar is looking to forge a long-term partnership with Pakistan. He added that his government wants to build a strategic relationship with Pakistan for the next 10-15 years.
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Projects which came under discussion included infrastructural development, tourism, water management, aviation services, agro industries, power generation, and CPEC.
In response, the adviser appreciated the support extended by the Qatari officials. He said that Islamabad was also looking to enhance trade and strategic ties with Doha.
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The adviser recalled Prime Minister Imran Khan’s visit to the country in January. He said that the premier had met the Emir of Qatar to discuss various initiatives.
Moreover, Dawood invited Qatari companies to collaborate with local firms in a bid to explore investment opportunities in Pakistan.