Jeddah (Khalid Nawaz Cheema)
Sudan’s Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, Dr. Jibril Ibrahim, held an important meeting with a high-level delegation led by Chaudhry Shafqat Mahmood Dhool, President of the Pakistan Investor Forum. Representatives of Iskancom and the Pakistan Investor Forum were also present on the occasion.
The meeting was held in a cordial, positive, and forward-looking atmosphere, during which both sides held detailed discussions on enhancing bilateral economic cooperation, promoting investment, and strengthening trade relations.
Dr. Jibril Ibrahim warmly welcomed the Pakistani investors and praised the historic, friendly, and brotherly relations between Pakistan and Sudan. He stated that Sudan is moving toward a new economic era and offers immense opportunities for foreign investment. Inviting Pakistani investors to participate in Sudan’s development and reconstruction process, he said that the government is fully committed to providing every possible facility and support to investors.
The Finance Minister identified several sectors that the government considers priority areas for investment, including gold mining and minerals, agriculture and food processing, infrastructure and construction, power and energy, telecommunications and information technology, transport and logistics, and industrial and economic zones. He noted that these sectors offer exceptional opportunities for investors and hold significant potential for future growth and profitability.
Dr. Jibril Ibrahim also emphasized that foreign investors in Sudan can invest with 100 percent ownership of their projects, giving them complete control over their businesses and investments. He assured the delegation that the government would provide legal protection, administrative support, and an investment-friendly environment.
On this occasion, Pakistan Investor Forum President Chaudhry Shafqat Mahmood Dhool thanked the Finance Minister and stated that the vast investment opportunities available in Sudan represent a golden opportunity for Pakistani investors. He expressed his commitment to taking practical steps to further strengthen economic and trade relations among Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Sudan, enabling new avenues of prosperity and development through mutual cooperation.
At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides expressed hope that these engagements would lead to stronger economic partnerships, joint ventures, and increased investment in the future. The participants agreed that Sudan is emerging as a land of new investment opportunities and that Pakistani investors can play an effective and positive role in this journey of development.