Deutsche Bank Reaffirms Commitment to Pakistan as Investment Opportunities Expand
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb held a meeting with Jamal Al Kishi, Regional CEO for Middle East & Africa at Deutsche Bank, accompanied by Pakistan Country Manager Ali Haider Zaidi, to discuss Pakistan’s economic outlook, investment opportunities and ways to expand the bank’s engagement in the country.
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Aurangzeb briefed the Deutsche Bank delegation on the government’s recent economic progress and structural reform agenda. He highlighted improvements in Pakistan’s fiscal position, external account and overall macroeconomic stability, along with positive assessments from international rating agencies and development partners. He said the government remains focused on strengthening Pakistan’s credit profile and establishing a sustainable, export-led growth path.
The finance minister also outlined Pakistan’s medium-term strategy for managing and diversifying external debt while increasing access to international capital markets and financial institutions. He identified investment opportunities in infrastructure, energy, oil and gas, utilities, mining and minerals, technology and blockchain, with particular emphasis on attracting regional and Saudi-based companies.
Jamal Al Kishi congratulated Pakistan’s finance team on progress in fiscal consolidation, the balance of payments, exports and remittances, and expressed confidence in the country’s economic trajectory. He reaffirmed Deutsche Bank’s long-term commitment to Pakistan and said the bank is interested in expanding its corporate and investment banking services, supporting greater engagement with MENA and Saudi-based companies, and exploring investment and financing opportunities in key sectors.
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