PHHSA chief terms army-business community liaison ‘a game changer’

LAHORE: Chairman Pakistan Hitech Hybrid Seed Association (PHHSA) Shahzad Ali Malik on Thursday said the prospect of attracting substantial investment of $100 billion is a remarkable opportunity for Pakistan and will be instrumental in bolstering various sectors of the economy, including infrastructure, energy, technology, and agriculture.

Talking to a delegation of industrialists, he said the potential for a direct interaction between the Army Chief Gen Asim Munir and the business community, as well as the significant investment opportunities from Muslim countries would yield positive impact and strengthen national economy.

He said in this context, fostering a direct and open channel of communication between the Army Chief and the business community would be a game-changer. Such interactions could facilitate the exchange of ideas, concerns, and strategies to enhance economic growth and stability, he added.

He said not only this injection of funds would create jobs and stimulate economic activity, but it would also foster stronger economic ties between Pakistan and these influential Gulf nations.

Shahzad Ali said he firmly believed that the direct interaction with the stakeholders and private sector and this foreign investment could play a pivotal role in strengthening Pakistan’s national economy. He said this partnership had the potential to bring about positive changes, not only in terms of economic growth but also in fostering international cooperation and goodwill.

Concluding he said he fully support and advocate Army Chief in making these historic initiatives a reality and his influence and leadership in this regard could significantly impact the future prosperity of our beloved Pakistan.

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