A Critical Examination of Investor Protection under the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan about Investment Policies in Pakistan

Abstract

This article's main objective is to critically assessing Pakistan's investment policies and investor protection strategies under SECP. The SECP's incentives for both domestic and foreign investors are included. A special focus is paid to identifying the barriers that prevent investment in Pakistan. Major obstacles include high business expenses, unpredictable politics, corruption, bureaucracy, conflicting government policies, and a lack of law and order. The investor complaints cell and the awareness-raising activities they carry out about their financial market investments are also included in this study. If investors are aware of their dangers and the rules and regulations of the country, they can be appropriately protected. The comparison emphasizes how important it is for investors to be informed about the dangers involved in the investments they are making in the securities market. The paper also lists international best practice solutions, like the IOSCO Principles, designed to encourage foreign investment in the country.