ISLAMABAD: American Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker has called Pakistan a promising hub for Pakistan investment, stressing its dynamic potential for global businesses. She made these remarks during a webinar hosted by the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU).
The online session connected U.S. and Pakistani business leaders, along with representatives of major financial institutions. The dialogue centered on Pakistan’s economic reforms and its evolving business environment.
Baker praised the Sharif government’s recent measures to stabilize the economy. She highlighted efforts to build a welcoming climate for foreign investors, saying these reforms could unlock new growth opportunities. According to her, U.S. companies have a significant role to play in boosting Pakistan’s long-term development.
She described Pakistan as a country with unmatched market potential. “It is the fifth largest nation with 250 million people. About 64 percent of the population is under 30. This makes Pakistan one of the largest and youngest consumer markets in the world,” Baker said.
She shared details about the country’s economic position. Pakistan’s GDP currently stands at $412 billion, ranking 38th globally. But forecasts from Goldman Sachs suggest a sharp rise, with the economy projected to grow to $3.3 trillion by 2050. Such growth could place Pakistan among the top 10 to 15 economies worldwide.
Baker underlined several sectors ready for American engagement. She pointed to critical minerals, ICT, agriculture, energy, and infrastructure as prime areas for Pakistan investment. These fields, she said, offer profitable chances for U.S. companies.
The Chargé d’Affaires urged American businesses to work with the U.S. Foreign Commercial Service team at Mission Pakistan. She also encouraged them to form joint ventures with Pakistani partners to maximize results.
“Now is the time to act,” she concluded. “Together we can create strong opportunities, ensure mutual prosperity, and strengthen the ties between the United States and Pakistan.”
Her remarks reflect growing interest in Pakistan investment, with foreign capital seen as key to its economic rise. For American firms, this could mark the start of a deeper commercial partnership in South Asia.
