Gulf investment in Pakistan

Deputy PM says Pakistan seeks to convert $1 billion UAE deposit into investment

Ishaq Dar says the UAE will acquire shares in Pakistani companies using the amount, with transaction to be completed by March 31
The UAE’s remaining $2 billion in deposits, part of funds used to shore up Pakistan’s foreign reserves, are due for rollover in January

By Kashaf Rehman · 28 December 2025

By Waseem Abbasi · 17 October 2025