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KARACHI: The Sindh government and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) on Monday agreed to explore collaboration in digital infrastructure, renewable energy, agriculture, healthcare, human capital development and social protection.

The understanding was reached at a meeting between Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah and IFC Division Director for Pakistan Simon Andrews at the CM House.

According to a press statement issued by the CM House, CM Murad told the delegation that Sindh was focused on attracting investment in strategic sectors, including the establishment of an international data centre in the province and expanding renewable energy generation for the private sector.

“We are focused on creating an enabling environment for investment in emerging sectors, particularly digital infrastructure and renewable energy, which are critical for economic growth and job creation,” he added.