LAHORE: Pakistan and China strengthened economic ties as officials signed multiple Pak-China trade agreements during a business conference in Lahore.
First, a large Business-to-Business meeting took place at a local hotel where companies from both countries held direct negotiations. As discussions progressed, participants finalized several MoUs and commercial deals across different sectors.
Haroon Akhtar Khan attended the event as Special Assistant to the Prime Minister. He supervised the signing process and supported efforts to expand bilateral trade cooperation.
Moreover, the conference brought together strong participation from both sides. Chinese companies sent 74 firms with 105 representatives, while Pakistan contributed 136 companies with 242 delegates. This large turnout created new opportunities under Pakistan China trade agreements.
In the home appliances sector, both sides signed 15 MoUs. Consequently, investment reached nearly $40 million, showing rising interest in consumer manufacturing.
Similarly, the electrical sector moved forward with 10 major agreements. One large contract alone reached $60 million, which highlighted growing industrial collaboration under Pakistan China trade agreements.
At the same time, the battery storage sector recorded strong momentum. Investors signed 27 agreements and MoUs, which attracted up to $82 million. Therefore, this sector emerged as one of the fastest-growing areas of cooperation.
Meanwhile, negotiators continued discussions on nearly 40 additional MoUs. As talks advanced, both sides showed interest in expanding future partnerships, which further strengthened Pak-China trade agreements.
On the policy side, officials highlighted the government’s focus on economic stability. Shehbaz Sharif has directed efforts toward industrial growth and export expansion, according to participants.
In addition, Haroon Akhtar Khan emphasized that Pakistan and China must deepen economic integration. He stated that Pakistan China trade agreements will help boost exports, industry, and investment inflows.
He also pointed out that both countries are working as strategic partners. As cooperation increases, he said trade agreements will unlock new industrial and technological opportunities.
Finally, officials expressed optimism that more deals will follow in the coming months. As negotiations continue, both governments expect stronger trade growth through Pakistan China trade agreements.
