Pakistan, May 23 -- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's meeting with Qatar's Taameer Group comes at a time when Pakistan is trying to convert diplomatic goodwill into investable projects. The delegation was told that Pakistan is removing obstacles through the Special Investment Facilitation Council, with tourism, hospitality, real estate and construction identified as priority sectors. The group has expressed interest in expanding its footprint in hotels, real estate, and construction, with some projects already underway.

According to the State Bank, net FDI stood at $1.409 billion

down from $2.035 billion last year. April alone brought only $54.5 million in net FDI and total foreign investment was even weaker.

This is why SIFC's role matt...