The Rwanda High Commission in Pakistan today hosted a press conference to announce the upcoming visit of a Pakistani business delegation to Kigali for the Rwanda-Pakistan Investment Forum, scheduled to be held from September 23 to 25.
The press conference was addressed by High Commissioner of Rwanda to Pakistan, H.E. Harerimana Fatou, followed by remarks from Ambassador Hamid Asghar Khan, Patron-in-Chief of the Pakistan Africa Economic Council (PAEC).
The Pakistani delegation comprises representatives of the country’s business and investment community. During the visit, the delegation will engage with Rwandan government institutions, business leaders, investors and private-sector representatives to explore opportunities in trade, investment, joint ventures and business partnerships.
A key milestone of the visit will be the signing of a Rwanda-Pakistan Bilateral Trade Agreement, aimed at strengthening the institutional framework for bilateral trade between the two countries.
Speaking at the press conference, High Commissioner Harerimana Fatou said the Investment Forum represents a broader effort to transform Rwanda-Pakistan relations into a stronger partnership in trade, investment, technology, manufacturing and business-to-business cooperation.
She highlighted Rwanda as a gateway to the wider African market and encouraged Pakistani companies to view Rwanda not only as a market but also as a destination for investment, production, joint ventures and regional expansion.
Ambassador Hamid Asghar Khan described the Pakistan-Rwanda Investment Forum as an important initiative at a time when Africa, particularly East Africa and Rwanda, is emerging as a growing destination for global investment.
He highlighted Rwanda’s peace, stability, competitive operating environment, skilled workforce and investor-friendly policies, saying these factors offer opportunities for Pakistani businesses.
He said the participation of a 15 to 16-member Pakistani delegation from PAEC would help explore avenues for trade, investment and employment, including greater opportunities for Pakistan’s skilled youth.
The Rwanda High Commission expressed confidence that the visit would further strengthen business-to-business engagement and economic cooperation between Rwanda and Pakistan, while opening new avenues for investment and mutually beneficial partnerships.
