Chairman Senate Yousaf Raza Gilani addressed the Global Muslim Business Forum 2025 in Malaysia and urged concrete steps toward Muslim economic cooperation, stressing that the time for collaboration among Muslim nations is now. He called for a shared economic strategy that moves beyond rhetoric and focuses on actionable projects that can unite the region’s strengths.
Gilani highlighted Islamic finance and financial technology as the foundations for future economic growth, arguing that the integration of Islamic finance with modern fintech solutions will accelerate development across Muslim markets. He emphasized that Muslim economic cooperation should prioritize these sectors to build resilient and inclusive economies.
Speaking directly to potential investors, the chairman noted that Pakistan has emerged as an attractive market for investment. He encouraged Malaysian businesses to explore opportunities in Pakistan and said the Special Investment Facilitation Council offers new avenues to support and streamline cross-border projects, making collaboration more feasible and profitable.
Gilani underscored the need for a strong network of trade, investment and innovation linking Muslim countries. Joint projects, he said, can consolidate resources and amplify collective economic influence. Practical cooperation, underpinned by shared policy frameworks and facilitation mechanisms, will be essential to realize the promise of Muslim economic cooperation.
He also warned against empty slogans and urged leaders and business communities to take measurable actions. Pakistan, he reiterated, is committed to a strong and prosperous Muslim world and sees its young population as the nation’s greatest asset in driving sustainable growth and innovation.
The speech at the Global Muslim Business Forum reinforced Pakistan’s intent to deepen economic ties within the Muslim world, promote Islamic finance and fintech solutions, and invite tangible investment that benefits partner countries and communities alike.
