ICCI hosts session on “KSA Vision 2030 & Saudi-Pakistan Investment Opportunities”

ISLAMABAD ( WNAM REPORT):  Acting President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), Tahir Ayub, has called for translating the time-tested fraternal relations between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia into a vibrant economic partnership by harnessing the immense opportunities created under Saudi Vision 2030. He said enhanced commercial diplomacy, stronger private-sector collaboration, and increased investment would open a new chapter of shared prosperity for the two brotherly nations.
He expressed these views while addressing a Business Session on “KSA Vision 2030 & Saudi-Pakistan Investment Opportunities” organized by ICCI. The event was attended by Mr. Bilal Mohammad Zubair, Chairman of Al Raee Group, Ms. Zohra Hotiana, Country Head of Al Raee Group Pakistan, members of the Saudi delegation, ICCI Executive Committee members, and a large number of entrepreneurs, exporters, investors, and business leaders.
Welcoming the delegation, Tahir Ayub said Pakistan and Saudi Arabia enjoy an enduring relationship founded on shared faith, mutual trust, and unwavering friendship. He observed that Saudi Vision 2030 has emerged as one of the world’s most ambitious economic transformation programmes, creating unprecedented opportunities in infrastructure, tourism, logistics, manufacturing, information technology, healthcare, renewable energy, mining, financial services, and other high-growth sectors. He said Pakistan offers an attractive investment destination owing to its strategic location, competitive workforce, expanding digital economy, rich natural resources, and significant potential in agriculture, mining, information technology, tourism, manufacturing, and renewable energy.
The Acting President reaffirmed ICCI’s commitment to serving as a strong bridge between the business communities of Pakistan and Saudi Arabia by facilitating business-to-business networking, identifying reliable local partners, organizing trade and investment exchanges, and supporting joint ventures. He urged the private sectors of both countries to transform today’s dialogue into practical business partnerships that contribute to sustainable economic growth.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Bilal Mohammad Zubair, Chairman of Al Raee Group, highlighted the Group’s role as one of Saudi Arabia’s leading business setup and investment facilitation firms, providing comprehensive solutions for international investors seeking to establish and expand their businesses in the Kingdom. He said the Group offers end-to-end services including company formation, investment licensing, commercial registration, regulatory compliance, PRO and government liaison services, corporate structuring, banking facilitation, accounting and tax advisory, office setup, and business consultancy. He said Al Raee Group is committed to helping Pakistani entrepreneurs, exporters, manufacturers, and investors successfully enter the Saudi market by providing professional guidance and seamless facilitation in line with the objectives of Vision 2030.
Ms. Zohra Hotiana, Country Head of Al Raee Group Pakistan, said the establishment of the Group’s Pakistan office reflects its commitment to building a strong institutional bridge between the business communities of the two countries. She said the office will serve as a dedicated platform for Pakistani businesses by providing market-entry support, investment advisory, business matchmaking, regulatory guidance, and corporate facilitation services.
In his vote of thanks, Vice President Irfan Chaudhry said that Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry is committed to working closely with Al Raee Group and the Saudi partners to facilitate business-to-business collaboration, promote investment, and create new opportunities for our entrepreneurs.
Those present on the occasion also included executive members Raja Naveed Satti, Zulqurnain Abbasi, Imran Minhas, Ishaq Sial, Ms. Shumaila Siddiqui, Convener Sister Cities Initiative Committee Sajid Iqbal.