Islamabad, 10 February 2026 – Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held delegation-level talks with Rosan Roeslani, Indonesian Minister for Investment and Downstream Industry and CEO of Indonesia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund (Danantara).
Discussions focused on strengthening Pakistan-Indonesia economic and investment ties, reviewing potential collaboration opportunities and mutually beneficial projects, including exchange of best practices and cooperation in priority sectors such as health.
Presentations were made by the Ministry of Finance, SIFC and BOI outlining Pakistan’s investment landscape, priority sectors and facilitation mechanisms, while also seeking Indonesia’s experience and expertise, including in sovereign wealth fund structures and downstream investment.
The DPM/FM reaffirmed the shared commitment to longstanding bilateral relations based on mutual respect and cooperation, with mutual investment being a catalyst of Pakistan-Indonesia partnership.
The meeting was attended by the Minister for Health, SAPM Tariq Bajwa, Chairman Board of Investment, National Coordinator SIFC, Secretary Finance, Acting Foreign Secretary, and other senior officials.
Federal Minister for Board of Investment (BOI), Mr. Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh was also present at the meeting. He stated that Pakistan and Indonesia possess immense potential for strengthening bilateral investment cooperation, and both countries can benefit through enhanced economic engagement.
Mr. Qaiser Ahmed Sheikh emphasized that the Board of Investment remains fully committed to facilitating investors, providing end-to-end support and guidance. He highlighted that Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif is highly focused on promoting investment, which is reflected in the government’s comprehensive regulatory reforms aimed at improving the ease of doing business.
The Federal Minister further shared that the Asaan Karobar Act is being implemented to create a more business-friendly environment. He briefed the Indonesian delegation on investment opportunities across various sectors, including Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and the availability of over 6,000 acres of land for investment.
During the meeting, a range of investment projects were presented to the Indonesian delegation. The Federal Minister reaffirmed that BOI will continue to facilitate and support investors and expressed confidence that Pakistan and Indonesia, working together, can further strengthen bilateral investment partnerships.
