Pakistan, China explore AI, tech partnerships

BEIJING:

Pakistan and China have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding business-to-business cooperation, with a particular focus on advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure, at a Pakistan-China B2B Conference held on the sidelines of the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) 2026 in Beijing.

The conference, themed "Win-Win Partnerships," brought together senior government officials, business leaders and representatives of the private sector from both countries to explore new avenues for investment, joint ventures, technology transfer and commercial cooperation.

Pakistan Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi attended and addressed the conference, describing the gathering as an important platform for strengthening direct links between Pakistani and Chinese businesses.

The event was organized in partnership between the Embassy of Pakistan in Beijing and IBI Guolian Gufen, bringing together around 100 participants for focused discussions and networking.

Addressing the gathering, Ambassador Hashmi welcomed the active participation of Chinese and Pakistani officials and business leaders, emphasizing the importance of creating practical opportunities for enterprises from both countries to work together.

Among the prominent participants were Yang Shuo, Deputy Secretary General of the Beijing Municipality; Li Yi, Deputy Director General of the Beijing Commerce Bureau; Liu Jun Zihai, Director of IBI and Founder of TDD Global; and S. M. Tanveer, Patron-in-Chief of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) and Chairman of Din Group.

The conference provided a platform for participants to identify areas of mutual commercial interest and explore partnerships in emerging and technology-driven sectors.

Particular attention was given to advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure.