U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker on Thursday concluded a two-day visit to Karachi aimed at boosting trade ties and strengthening business partnerships between the United States and Pakistan.
During her visit, Baker met with senior executives of leading Pakistani companies to discuss economic trends, investment opportunities, and ways to grow commercial cooperation. Her discussions included Pakistan’s engagement with the IMF; efforts to improve the business climate; and regional trade.
Underscoring the importance of private-sector leadership in driving economic growth, she said: “The United States values its economic partnership with Pakistan and sees strong business partnerships as key to building shared prosperity.”
In a meeting with Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah and other provincial officials, the envoy explored opportunities for closer economic collaboration. Their discussions focused on fair and reciprocal trade, energy cooperation, and innovation in science and technology.
In a meeting with the American Business Council, Baker spoke with representatives of U.S.-linked companies about Pakistan’s growing tech sector and the promise it holds for exports and job creation. “Pakistan’s expanding tech sector shows how open, fair and competitive markets can drive innovation, boost exports, and create jobs that benefit both our countries,” she said.
The visit highlighted new opportunities to expand Pak-U.S. cooperation in trade, investment, and business to grow exports, attract investment and create jobs that will make both countries stronger, safer, and more prosperous.