British High Commissioner to Pakistan Adam Thomson has said that Pakistan government should make effort to create positive image of the country as its negative image is hindering foreign investments in the region. Thomson visited Punjab Board of Investment & Trade (PBIT) office and held meeting with senior officials.
Thomson said that Pakistan and Britain have longstanding relationship spread over decades but both the countries need to develop better economic and social ties. He said his visit to PBIT has been fruitful in terms of gaining more clarity towards investment opportunities and understanding overall economic climate of Punjab. He appreciated the positive attitude of PBIT's leadership towards bringing investment in Punjab and catering to the investors needs.
Vice Chairman PBIT, Dr Miftah Ismail informed the guest that Punjab presents a good investment proposition with expanding consumer base, improved domestic and foreign investment and growing trade intensity. Dr Ismail said Punjab government's liberal and investment friendly incentives pave the way for large scale investment projects whereas the margin of small and medium investment were also very high. Chief Executive Officer PBIT, Dr Sajid Yosufani discussed in detail about the investment opportunities in Punjab. Thomson was also apprised of a number of British companies facilitated by PBIT in Punjab.
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