U.S. Diplomat Touts Pakistan as Prime Investment Destination, Highlights $3 Trillion Growth Potential

ISLAMABAD – September 2, 2025 – Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker today championed Pakistan as a land of unprecedented opportunity for American businesses, pointing to its massive youth population and a projected economic surge that could make it one of the world’s top economies by 2050.

Speaking at a webinar hosted by the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU), the top U.S. diplomat in Pakistan outlined a compelling case for investment. She cited the country’s demographic dividend, strategic location, and ongoing economic reforms under the Sharif government as key drivers for growth.

“This is the fifth-largest country in the world,” Baker stated. “It is home to 250 million people, with 64 percent under 30. It’s one of the world’s largest and youngest consumer markets.”

Citing projections from Goldman Sachs, Baker noted that Pakistan’s current $412 billion economy could skyrocket to $3.3 trillion within 25 years, potentially elevating it to a top-15 global economy.

The diplomat identified several high-potential sectors for U.S. investment and partnership, including:

• Critical Minerals

• Information and Communications Technology (ICT)

• Agriculture

• Energy

• Infrastructure Development

Baker encouraged American companies to connect with the U.S. Foreign Commercial Service in Pakistan to explore partnerships. She concluded with a powerful vision: “Let’s use this moment to build profitable ventures, contribute to economic prosperity for both our nations, and deepen bilateral ties.”

The event brought together business leaders and financial institutions from both countries, signaling a renewed U.S. interest in Pakistan’s evolving economic landscape.

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