PREF visits China and finalizes several agreements for joint ventures in Private Sector

A pictorial view of the extremely productive and successful visit of PREF to Beijing resulting in the finalization of several important projects in the private Sector.
Ambassador Khalil Hadhmi hosts dinner for PREF team in Beijing

A big thank you to Amvassador Khalil for hosting a sumptuous dinner at his residence for the PAkistan Regional Economic Forum (PREF) team that visited visiting Beijing from 20 to 26 July 2026
PREF discussed Private Sector projects under GDI with Ambassador Lou Zhaohui at CIDA office in Beijing

PREF had a very good meeting with Ambassador Lou Zhaohui, member CPCCC and former Chairman CIDCA. We discussed ways to enhance cooperation and collaboration between CIDCA and PREF for prompt China Global Development Initiave and help Pakistan achieve investment objectives of CPEC phase 2.
PREF team meets Secretary BOAO Forum to discuss regional economic development

Pakistan Regional Economic Forum (PREF) met the Secretary General of BOAO Forum in Beijing. We had a comprehensive discussion on working together to promote regional economic cooperation
PREF team meets Prof. Justin Lin at Beijing University

PREF team had a very productive meeting with professor Dr. Justin Lin, the world renowned Economist and head of the Beijing University School Structural Economics.We discussed various options for collaboration with this prestigious institution for knowledge sharing.
(PREF) signed an MOU with Power China

Pakistan Regional Economic Forum. (PREF) signed an MOU with Power China for projects in diverse areas during its Visit to China from 20 to 26 July 2026
PREF team meets Bice President of AIIB

Pakistan Regional Economic ( PREF) Team has a comprehensive and productive meeting with the vice President of Asian Infrastructure and Investment Bank (AIIB) in Beijing during its visit to Chiba in July 2026.
PREF Hosts Chairperson of Silk Road Fund

PREF team hosted a Lunch and had very comprehensive and fruitful discussion with the Chairperson of Silk Road Fund, China who visited Islamabad on 21st August 2026. CEO’s of some of the leading companies of Pakistan also joined the discussion.
PREF facilitated and finalized the Technical and Investment Cooperation Agreement betweenForward Sports Private Limited and Zhongzi Huaxin Group, China

Given the changing global demand, geo-political shifts and Pakistan’s comparative advantage in sports goods manufacturing, it was a perfect time to start production of world class sports shoes in Pakistan to give a boost to Pakistan’s exports. This agreement will not only lead to expansion of Forward Sports to add another strong line of business, […]
PREF and NUST Establish the Centre for Regional Development and Structural Change (CRDSC)

The Pakistan Regional Economic Forum (PREF) and the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) have signed an MoU to establish the Centre for Regional Development and Structural Change (CRDSC) at NUST JSPPL. The Centre will serve as a leading platform for evidence-based policy research, dialogue, and capacity building focused on regional economic development, connectivity, and structural […]