News Desk
DAVOS: Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar inaugurated the Pathfinder Group’s Pakistan Pavilion at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, showcasing the country’s economic potential and entrepreneurial dynamism on a global stage.
Speaking at the event, Dar praised the initiative for highlighting emerging opportunities in Pakistan, particularly the innovative work being undertaken by the nation’s start-ups. He emphasized the critical role of start-ups in driving socio-economic development and fostering innovation across multiple sectors.
According to Dar, the growth of a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem is central to Pakistan’s broader economic ambitions and offers pathways for youth-led initiatives to contribute meaningfully to national development. He minister also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to facilitating entrepreneurs and supporting start-ups, stressing that policy measures and infrastructure development are being prioritized to enable businesses to scale effectively.
The deputy prime highlighted that nurturing innovation and providing platforms for young entrepreneurs are key to realizing Pakistan’s economic potential and attracting international attention and investment. Observers noted that the pavilion reflects Pakistan’s efforts to present itself as a forward-looking, investment-ready economy.
By bringing together start-ups, policymakers, and global investors in Davos, the initiative aims to strengthen networks, encourage collaboration, and demonstrate the country’s commitment to fostering an enabling environment for innovation.
Dar’s remarks underscored a broader government strategy to integrate entrepreneurship into national economic planning, signaling that the private sector, particularly small and medium enterprises and start-ups, is seen as a driving force for growth and development.
#PakistanAtDavos #StartupsPakistan #Entrepreneurship #InnovationEconomy #YouthEmpowerment #PrivateSectorGrowth #InvestmentOpportunities #WEF2026 #PakistanPavilion #EconomicDevelopment #SMEs #DigitalPakistan #GlobalInvestors #BusinessEcosystem #FutureOfWork
