Pakistan, China Discuss Business Ties in AI, Manufacturing and Digital Infrastructure
Officials and business representatives from Pakistan and China reaffirmed cooperation in emerging sectors during a B2B conference held alongside a trade fair in Beijing, according to Associated Press of Pakistan.

Pakistan and China reaffirmed their commitment to expanding business-to-business cooperation, with a particular focus on advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure, according to a report by the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP).
The discussions took place at a Pakistan-China B2B Conference held on the sidelines of the China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) in Beijing, APP reported.
According to the report, representatives from both countries used the occasion to explore new avenues for business partnerships in sectors considered key to future economic growth, including artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing and digital infrastructure.
APP's report did not specify the exact date of the conference, the number of participants, or the names of officials and companies involved in the discussions.
The event was described as part of broader efforts between Pakistan and China to strengthen bilateral economic and trade cooperation, according to APP.
No additional details regarding specific agreements, investment figures, or follow-up steps were provided in the original report.
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- Pakistan, China explore new business partnerships in AI, advanced manufacturing, digital infrastructure — APP (Pakistan)
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