During the conference, PM Sharif also commented on Bangladesh's economic progress, saying that the country, formerly known as 'East Pakistan' and once considered a burden on West Pakistan, now enjoys better economic stability than his own country.

The government led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif aims to secure another staff-level agreement on a new long-term, larger loan with the International Monetary Fund by early July. This initiative is intended to address inflation and stabilize the economy.

On Pakistan's trade talks with India

Pakistan and India's trade talks nosedived when India revoked the special status of Jammu and Kashmir, abrogating Article 370 of the Constitution. India’s decision evoked strong reactions from Pakistan, which downgraded diplomatic ties and expelled the Indian envoy. Pakistan has also cut off direct trade ties with India.'

At the conference, the country's newspaper Dawn reported, there was a sense of concern among business leaders over the political situation in the country, especially after PTI chief Imran Khan was arrested.