New York: Ambassador of Pakistan to the United States Rizwan Saeed Sheikh held an interactive meeting with New York-based investment bankers, IT professionals, and business leaders at the Consulate General of Pakistan in New York. Speaking on this occasion, the Ambassador emphasized Pakistan's commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment, underscoring the pivotal role of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) in promoting investment. According to Radio Pakistan, the Ambassador encouraged New York-based businesses to explore Pakistan as a strategic base for expanding operations in the region. During the interactive session, participants expressed strong interest in exploring investment opportunities in Pakistan while highlighting challenges faced in their business dealings. The Ambassador assured them of dedicated support from the Embassy and Consulate, offering to facilitate connections with relevant partners and stakeholders in Pakistan. The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to make such interactions a regular feature to strengthen economic ties and collaboration between Pakistan and the U.S.