British Pakistani businessman Shafiq Akbar was honored with a prestigious “Achievement Award” in the UK Parliament for his contributions to investment in Pakistan and creating local employment opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A grand ceremony was held in Parliament where Lord Shaukat Mohammed presented the award to Shafiq Akbar. He received the honor in recognition of his investments in Pakistan, launching quality projects, and generating hundreds of jobs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
While speaking after receiving the award, Shafiq Akbar said that the recognition of his work in the British Parliament meant more to him than any award.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He shared that he came to the UK as a student and, after living in London for 15 years, decided to return to Pakistan to start a business \u2014 an experience he described as one of the best of his life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shafiq Akbar further stated that the profitable investment opportunities available in Pakistan are unmatched anywhere else in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He also urged overseas Pakistanis to take full advantage of the favorable investment environment in Pakistan and contribute to the country\u2019s growth by investing back home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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