ISLAMABAD:
Chinese investors have reaffirmed their long‑term commitment to Pakistan’s capital markets after the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) resolved key regulatory issues, clearing the way for increased investment and deeper bilateral cooperation, according to an official statement released on Monday.
A delegation from the Chinese consortium, led by the China Financial Futures Exchange (CFFEX) and including the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges, met with SECP Chairman Dr Kabir Ahmed Sidhu and senior officials to discuss future collaboration and expansion plans.
The consortium welcomed regulatory approvals that permit it to increase its shareholdings in the Central Depository Company (CDC) and the National Clearing Company of Pakistan Limited (NCCPL). The delegation also thanked SECP for supporting the restructuring of the Pakistan Stock Exchange’s (PSX) property‑management function, enabling the exchange to focus more effectively on its core business and strategic growth.
You Hang, Chief Representative of CFFEX, expressed confidence in Pakistan’s economic outlook and said the consortium intends to play a larger role in developing the country’s capital markets. He outlined plans to launch cross‑border exchange‑traded funds (ETFs), facilitate greater investment flows between Pakistan and China, and strengthen market linkages through an existing joint task force.
The delegation also announced initiatives to introduce advanced trading and settlement technologies, enhance market surveillance, support new financial products, improve liquidity, and contribute to investor education and capacity‑building programs.
SECP Chairman Dr Kabir Ahmed Sidhu welcomed the consortium’s expansion plans and reiterated the commission’s commitment to reforms that boost market efficiency, attract investment and foster innovation. He emphasized that stronger international partnerships and technological advancement will be vital to the continued development of Pakistan’s capital markets.
The meeting was attended by Lou Fengsen and Zhang Xiaofeng of CFFEX, PSX Managing Director and CEO Farrukh Sabzwari, and other senior officials. Both sides concluded by reaffirming their dedication to expanding investment cooperation and strengthening Pakistan’s position as an emerging regional capital market.
