Vice Chairman of the Balochistan Board of Investment and Trade, Bilal Khan Kakar, held an important meeting with Mr. Rai, President of the Huaiyuan City Chamber of Commerce in Beijing

Beijing, December 4 – Vice Chairman of the Balochistan Board of Investment and Trade, Bilal Khan Kakar, held an important meeting with Mr. Rai, President of the Huaiyuan City Chamber of Commerce in Beijing, where both sides held detailed discussions on enhancing investment and economic cooperation between Pakistan and China.On the occasion, Bilal Khan Kakar stated that Balochistan, the largest province of Pakistan by area, holds a significant geo-strategic and commercial position in the region. He highlighted that the province possesses a wide range of mineral resources, including copper, gold, marble, and other precious reserves. In addition, Balochistan’s long coastline and rich fisheries sector provide exceptional opportunities for Chinese investors.He further noted that projects in energy, renewable energy (solar and wind), agriculture, and food processing are highly attractive for investors, while the establishment of new industrial zones in the province along with the development of Gwadar Port and the Free Economic Zone under CPEC are opening up a new chapter for regional and international investment.Bilal Khan Kakar emphasized that if Chinese investors make direct investments in Balochistan, it would not only boost trade activities across Pakistan but also strengthen economic cooperation at the regional level, leading to job creation, infrastructure development, and deeper Pakistan-China relations.Mr. Rai expressed strong interest in Balochistan’s strategic importance and natural resources. He remarked that Chinese investors are keenly observing the province’s projects and announced that a high-level delegation of Chinese investors will soon visit Balochistan to assess opportunities on the ground and hold meetings with local stakeholders for practical planning.