ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, July 30, 2025 : Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reaffirmed Pakistan\u2019s enduring partnership with the World Economic Forum (WEF) and expressed his government\u2019s commitment to expanding collaboration in key development areas, including economic growth, gender inclusion, vocational training, and digital transformation.<\/p>\n
He made these remarks during a meeting with Saadia Zahidi, Managing Director and Member of the Managing Board of the WEF, who called on the prime minister at the PM House.<\/p>\n
Welcoming the WEF delegation, the prime minister appreciated the Forum\u2019s continued engagement with Pakistan, particularly through its annual meetings in Davos, and emphasized Pakistan\u2019s strong economic recovery over the past few years.<\/p>\n
\u201cPakistan is keen to build on its partnership with the World Economic Forum to advance inclusive and sustainable development,\u201d the prime minister said.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Shehbaz Sharif highlighted ongoing reform initiatives and shared his government\u2019s vision for leveraging the WEF platform to promote innovation, skills development, and opportunities for women and youth.<\/p>\n
In response, Saadia Zahidi lauded Pakistan\u2019s positive economic trajectory and commended the reform measures taken under the prime minister\u2019s leadership. She assured the Forum\u2019s support for Pakistan\u2019s development agenda and acknowledged its growing role in regional economic cooperation.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe recognize the significant strides Pakistan has made, and we are eager to deepen this relationship in areas of shared priority,\u201d Zahidi said.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Both sides reiterated their commitment to enhancing strategic cooperation between Pakistan and the WEF, aiming to foster global partnerships that can accelerate Pakistan\u2019s path toward resilience, sustainability, and prosperity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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