Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah and Sheikh Ahmed bin Thani, a member of the Qatari Royal family, agreed to enhance high-level engagement to significantly increase investment – especially in Sindh’s water and agriculture sectors.

At a meeting at the Chief Minister’s House in Karachi, Murad Ali Shah invited Sheikh Ahmed bin Thani, emphasising Sindh’s strong economic prospects and investor-friendly policies, according to a statement.

Sheikh Ahmed, accompanied by his aides, expressed a strong interest in opportunities in agriculture and water management technologies.

The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral ties and fostering future cooperation.

Provincial ministers Nasir Shah and Ziaul Hassan Lanjar, along with Chief Secretary Asif Hyder Shah and Principal Secretary Agha Wasif, were also present, according to the statement issued by the CM House.

Chief Minister Murad Shah briefed the delegation on key projects, noting, “We have major desalination and water distribution projects planned for Karachi.”

He added that significant agricultural initiatives are underway.

“Large-scale agriculture projects from Thatta to Kashmore can yield substantial returns.”

Shah also highlighted the province’s investment potential in renewable energy, agro-processing, dairy, and tourism.

Both sides agreed to continue high-level engagement and scheduled follow-up meetings between their technical teams.

Sheikh Ahmed bin Thani announced that a delegation of Qatari investors will soon visit Sindh to advance discussions and finalise investment projects.