CIFTIS 2024 and Pakistan Investment Conference 中国国际投资交易会暨巴基斯坦投资洽谈会

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The China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) is one of the world’s largest and most significant trade fairs, focused specifically on the trade of services. In its 2024 edition, CIFTIS continues to emphasize the growing importance of the global services industry, which has become a vital driver of economic growth. With services now accounting for over 65% of global GDP and an increasing share of international trade, the fair provides an essential platform for showcasing innovations, facilitating cross-border collaboration, and promoting global economic recovery.

CIFTIS 2024 features a diverse range of sectors, including information technology, financial services, cultural and tourism services, education, healthcare, logistics, and professional services. By bringing together participants from more than 120 countries, including businesses, government representatives, and industry experts, the fair offers a dynamic environment for networking, knowledge exchange, and fostering partnerships. Additionally, it serves as a platform for the discussion of emerging trends, such as the digital economy, green development, and sustainable trade practices.

One of the key strengths of CIFTIS is its focus on innovation and digital transformation in the services sector. In an era where digital services are increasingly central to global commerce, CIFTIS provides a platform to explore cutting-edge technologies and solutions, enabling businesses to remain competitive in the fast-evolving global marketplace. From artificial intelligence to blockchain, the fair highlights how technological advancements are reshaping the future of services trade.

CIFTIS also plays a crucial role in facilitating international cooperation by encouraging the participation of enterprises from various countries and promoting multilateral dialogues. It opens new avenues for investment and trade partnerships, particularly in emerging markets, which are increasingly playing a significant role in global trade in services.

China-Pakistan Cooperation in Trade and Services

China and Pakistan enjoy a robust and strategic partnership, which has expanded significantly in recent years, particularly under the framework of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). This collaboration extends beyond infrastructure and investment in physical goods, with growing cooperation in the services sector as well.

As of 2023, trade between China and Pakistan reached nearly $28 billion, and services trade is becoming an increasingly important component of this economic relationship. Sectors like information technology, education, healthcare, and financial services are areas where both nations see great growth potential. Pakistan’s IT sector, in particular, has garnered attention for its skilled workforce and competitive pricing, making it a key area for future collaboration in services trade with China.

Optimistic Outlook

The future of China-Pakistan collaboration in trade and services is bright. The expansion of trade in services between the two nations is expected to complement their strong trade in goods, offering new avenues for economic growth, job creation, and technological advancement. The ongoing initiatives under CPEC, coupled with platforms like CIFTIS, will continue to provide momentum for this growth. By fostering deeper collaboration in trade in services, China and Pakistan are not only enhancing their bilateral relationship but also contributing to regional stability and prosperity.

As the world increasingly shifts towards a services-based economy, CIFTIS 2024 stands as a testament to the importance of trade in services and its potential to drive global economic recovery. For China and Pakistan, this offers a unique opportunity to deepen their economic ties, explore new frontiers in services trade, and ensure a prosperous future for both nations.

Pakistan Investment Conference: Together for a Shared Future

Pakistan Embassy in China Organizes “Pakistan Investment Conference: Together for a Shared Future” at the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS)

The Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing hosted the “Pakistan Investment Conference – Together for a Shared Future” today, on the sidelines of the prestigious China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS). The conference was aimed at attracting foreign investment in Pakistan across multiple sectors. The event brought together key figures from both the Pakistani and Chinese business communities, highlighting investment opportunities in strategic sectors such as agriculture, industry, ICT, and banking.

Pakistani organizations participating in the event showcased their potential to capitalize on these sectors’ growth, emphasizing Pakistan’s increasingly favorable business environment.

Among the attendees were several high-ranking Chinese officials, including Ms. Liu Meiying, Deputy Secretary General of Beijing, Mr. Han Bin, President of the Dekezhou City Council for the Promotion of International Trade, Mr. Zhang Yanqing, Deputy Secretary General of the People’s Government of Pingdingshan City, and Mr. Li An, Deputy Director General, MOFCOM.

In his welcome remarks, Ambassador Khalil Hashmi underscored Pakistan’s strong commitment to deepening economic engagement with China. He noted the enduring momentum of B2B engagements that began with the Business Conference in Shenzhen in June 2024.

The Ambassador highlighted the significance of this conference as the Embassy’s initiative to engage Pakistani enterprises connect them with Chinese counterparts and showcase success stories of previous investments. He also shared the Embassy’s roadmap for future B2B conferences being planned in the months ahead, encouraging Chinese investors to avail these opportunities.

Ambassador Hashmi expressed confidence that the interactions at CIFTIS would not only strengthen Pakistan’s service exports but also enhance economic integration between the two nations.

Ms. Liu Meiying echoed these sentiments in her remarks, welcoming the participation of Pakistani businesses in CIFTIS. She emphasized the complementary nature of the two economies and expressed optimism that Pakistani and Chinese enterprises would mutually benefit from the opportunities created through these exchanges.

The conference also featured keynote video messages from Federal Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan and Federal Minister for Investment, Privatization, and Communication Aleem Khan.

Both Ministers reaffirmed Pakistan’s steadfast commitment to facilitating Chinese investments in the country’s key economic sectors. They expressed optimism that the conference would serve as a platform to unlock new opportunities for Pakistani businesses, particularly in accessing the vast Chinese market.

The event featured presentations by Pakistani and Chinese enterprises on the range of investment opportunities and successful examples of Chinese investors. The Conference also included panel discussions on specific sectors. The event concluded with discussions on the future of trade, investment, and industrial partnerships, with a focus on creating mutually beneficial business ecosystems.

Notably, two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed between Pakistani and Chinese companies valuing over 350 million US dollars, signifying the growing interest in bilateral business ventures and paving the way for enhanced investment and trade cooperation between Pakistan and China.

中国国际服务贸易交易会(CIFTIS)是世界上规模最大、最重要的贸易展览会之一，专注于服务贸易。第二十四届京交会将继续强调全球服务业日益增长的重要性，服务业已成为经济增长的重要推动力。目前，服务业占全球GDP的比重超过65%，在国际贸易中所占比重不断上升，为展示创新成果、促进跨境合作、促进全球经济复苏提供了重要平台。

本届京交会涵盖信息技术、金融服务、文化旅游服务、教育、医疗、物流、专业服务等多个领域。通过汇集来自120多个国家的参与者，包括企业、政府代表和行业专家，该博览会为网络、知识交流和促进伙伴关系提供了一个充满活力的环境。此外，它还为讨论数字经济、绿色发展和可持续贸易实践等新兴趋势提供了一个平台。

京交会的主要优势之一是其对服务业创新和数字化转型的关注。在数字服务日益成为全球商业中心的时代，京交会提供了一个探索尖端技术和解决方案的平台，使企业在快速发展的全球市场中保持竞争力。从人工智能到区块链，展会突出了技术进步如何重塑服务贸易的未来。

京交会还通过鼓励各国企业参与和促进多边对话，在促进国际合作方面发挥着重要作用。它为投资和贸易伙伴关系开辟了新的途径，特别是在新兴市场，这些市场在全球服务贸易中发挥着越来越重要的作用。

中巴贸易与服务合作

近年来，特别是在中巴经济走廊框架下，中巴战略伙伴关系得到长足发展。这种合作不仅限于基础设施和实物投资，在服务领域的合作也日益增多。

截至2023年，中巴贸易额接近280亿美元，服务贸易在中巴经济关系中日益重要。信息技术、教育、医疗保健和金融服务等行业是两国都认为具有巨大增长潜力的领域。特别是巴基斯坦的IT行业，其熟练的劳动力和有竞争力的价格吸引了人们的关注，使其成为未来与中国服务贸易合作的关键领域。

乐观的前景

中巴经贸和服务合作前景广阔。两国之间服务贸易的扩大有望补充两国强劲的货物贸易，为经济增长、创造就业和技术进步提供新的途径。中巴经济走廊下正在进行的倡议，加上中国国际投资交易会等平台，将继续为这一增长提供动力。中巴深化服务贸易合作，不仅有利于促进双边关系发展，也有利于促进地区稳定与繁荣。

随着世界经济日益向服务型经济转变，2024年中国国际服务贸易交易会证明了服务贸易的重要性及其推动全球经济复苏的潜力。对于中国和巴基斯坦来说，这为深化两国经济联系、探索服务贸易新领域、确保两国繁荣的未来提供了一个独特的机会。

巴基斯坦投资会议:携手共创未来

巴基斯坦驻华使馆在中国国际服务贸易洽谈会举办“巴基斯坦投资大会:携手共进、共创未来”

今天，在中国国际服务贸易洽谈会期间，巴基斯坦驻北京大使馆主办了“巴基斯坦投资大会——携手共进、共创未来”。这次会议的目的是吸引巴基斯坦多个部门的外国投资。此次活动汇集了巴基斯坦和中国商界的重要人物，重点介绍了农业、工业、信息通信技术和银行等战略领域的投资机会。

参加此次活动的巴基斯坦组织展示了他们利用这些行业增长的潜力，强调了巴基斯坦日益有利的商业环境。

北京市副秘书长刘美英女士、德克州市国际贸易促进会会长韩斌先生、平顶山市人民政府副秘书长张延庆先生、商务部副局长李安先生等中方高层领导出席了会议。

哈利勒·哈什米大使在欢迎辞中强调了巴基斯坦深化与中国经济合作的坚定承诺。他指出，从2024年6月在深圳举行的商务会议开始，B2B合作的势头就一直很强劲。

大使强调了此次会议的重要意义，因为大使馆倡议与巴基斯坦企业建立联系，将他们与中国同行联系起来，并展示以往投资的成功案例。他还分享了大使馆未来几个月B2B会议的路线图，鼓励中国投资者利用这些机会。

哈什米大使表示相信，在中国商品交易会上的互动不仅会加强巴基斯坦的服务出口，而且会促进两国之间的经济一体化。

刘美英女士在致辞中也表达了同样的观点，欢迎巴基斯坦企业参加中国国际投资交易会。她强调了两国经济的互补性，并对巴基斯坦和中国企业将从这些交流创造的机会中相互受益表示乐观。

会议还播放了联邦商务部长Jam Kamal Khan和联邦投资、私有化和通讯部部长Aleem Khan的主题视频讲话。

两位部长重申，巴基斯坦坚定致力于为中国在巴关键经济领域的投资提供便利。他们乐观地表示，此次会议将为巴基斯坦企业打开新机遇，特别是进入广阔的中国市场提供平台。

活动中，巴基斯坦和中国企业介绍了一系列投资机会和中国投资者的成功案例。会议还包括关于具体部门的小组讨论。会议最后讨论了贸易、投资和工业伙伴关系的未来，重点是建立互利的商业生态系统。

值得注意的是，两国企业签署了两份总额超过3.5亿美元的谅解备忘录，这表明双方对双边商业投资的兴趣日益浓厚，为加强中巴投资和贸易合作铺平了道路。

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