Commerce and Industry Archives

Electric Vehicle Summit 2025: Paving the Way for a Greener Future in Pakistan “The localization of the EV value chain will reduce costs, increase affordability, and provide significant economic benefits,” Engineer Buksh stated.

On: January 28, 2025

Tagged: Electric Vehicle Summit 2025, Greener Future in Pakistan, Significant economic benefits, The localization of the EV

Experts underscore affordability, infrastructure development, standardization, and climate finance as key indicators for EV adoption SDPI Hosts Electric Vehicle Summit 2025: Paving the Way for a Greener Future in Pakistan ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Experts on Monday emphasized that policy coherence, affordability, necessary infrastructure development, standardization and climate financeRead More →

Ministry of Education has initiated numerous reforms to improve educational standards. Farah Naz Akbar “AI and Education: These tools are essential in preparing Pakistan’s youth for future leadership roles, both in the country and globally. Speaker

On: January 27, 2025

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: AI and Education, Islamabad Chamber, Ministry of Federal Education, Modern technological

ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Farah Naz Akbar, Parliamentary Secretary for the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, reiterated that education remains the foremost priority of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s government. During a speech at a ceremony organized by the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) to markRead More →

Engro Fertilizers establishes Markaz Centres to provide quality fertilizers and services to farmers the Government's commitment to the growth of Pakistan’s agriculture sector and improving the livelihoods of farmers. Rana Tanveer Hussain

On: January 27, 2025

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: Engro Fertilizers, Establishes Centres, Fertilizers and services, Livelihoods of farmers

Engro Fertilizers establishes Markaz Centres to provide quality fertilizers and services to farmers Lahore ( Web News ) To support the Government’s efforts in ensuring the availability of high-quality fertilizers at official prices, Engro Fertilizers has inaugurated a Markaz Centre in Muridke. With this addition, the Company now operates fourRead More →

Pakistan cannot afford to neglect its women who are determined to serve the country. Lt. Gen. Nigar Johar "Our youth must be equipped to become entrepreneurs, contributing to the economy rather than relying on traditional employment." She remarked

On: January 27, 2025

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: economic growth, Islamabad Chamber, Linkages academia industry, Lt. Gen.(Retd) Nigar Johar

ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Lt. Gen. Nigar Johar (Retd) has emphasized the crucial role women play in the economic development of Pakistan during her visit to the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI). Dr. Johar, speaking with ICCI President Nasir Mansoor Qureshi, highlighted that women, who make upRead More →

Positive economic indicators, Markup rate should be brought to single digit: Atif Ikram Expected government package for the construction industry will also bring prosperity to the country: President

On: January 26, 2025

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: construction industry, Markup rate single digit, Pakistan Chambers, Positive economic indicators

Positive economic indicators, reduction in inflation, Markup rate should be brought to single digit: Atif Ikram Expected government package for the construction industry will also bring prosperity to the country: President Federation Islamabad ( Web News ) President Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industries Atif Ikram Sheikh hasRead More →

The weekly maritime service will commence its operations globally on February 5th. INX from Pakistan to Europe will ensure service will help timely and efficient delivery of Pakistani goods to the destined European ports

On: January 23, 2025

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: Destined European ports, INX maritime service, operations globally, Timely efficient delivery

INX maritime service launched in Pakistan KARACHI ( WEB NEWS ) The weekly maritime service will commence its operations globally on February 5th with its first departure from the port city, Karachi. Speaking as the chief guest Vice Admiral Faisal Abbasi HI (M), SI (M), Commander Karachi, Pakistan Navy atRead More →

Dr. Umer highlighted the vital role that universities, particularly COMSATS, can play in this transformation. COMSATS University-ICCI Explore Collaboration for Knowledge Economy and Entrepreneurship Promotion

On: January 23, 2025

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: COMSATS University, Entrepreneurship Promotion, Islamabad Chamber, knowledge economy

COMSATS University-ICCI Explore Collaboration for Knowledge Economy and Entrepreneurship Promotion ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Professor Dr. Hammad Umer, Head International Office at COMSATS University Islamabad, met with Nasir Mansoor Qureshi, President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) to discuss the crucial need for promoting the knowledgeRead More →

Dr. Ahmed Ali Sirohey visits ICCI, urges business community to explore African markets The existing gaps in Africa. If other countries' businesses step in first, it would be harder for Pakistan to establish its foothold. Dr. Ahmed Ali Sirohey

On: January 22, 2025

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: African nations, Islamabad Chamber, Look Africa Policy, Trade and diplomatic

Dr. Ahmed Ali Sirohey visits ICCI, urges business community to explore African markets President ICCI outlined plans for business delegation exchanges, exhibitions, expos, and conferences to strengthen bilateral trade relations. ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Dr. Ahmed Ali Sirohey, Director General Africa at the Foreign Ministry, discussed Pakistan’s “Look Africa” policy,Read More →

Involving Business Community in Decision-Making to Boost Economic Growth: ICCI President Zafar Mehmood stressed the importance of the business community keeping fire extinguishing equipment up to date.

On: January 21, 2025

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: decision-making., Disaster Management, Involving Business Community, Islamabad Chamber

ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Zafar Mehmood, the Director of Disaster Management at the Capital Development Authority (CDA), emphasized the vital role the business community plays in the development of the country. He also highlighted the community’s consistent cooperation in observing building safety rules and regulations. Mehmood made these remarksRead More →

Its impossible to increase the revenue by increasing the tax rate: Atif Ikram Growth in exports cannot happen without giving incentives to the export sector

On: January 21, 2025

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: 60 billion dollars, Incentives export sector, Increasing tax rate, Pakistan Chamber

Its impossible to increase the revenue by increasing the tax rate: Atif Ikram Growth in exports cannot happen without giving incentives to the export sector Islamabad ( Web News ) President Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry Atif Ikram Sheikh has said that it is not possible toRead More →

Pakistani and Chinese Companies Sign Memorandums of Understanding Worth $250 Million The purpose of this collaboration is to establish joint ventures with more Chinese companies in the field of medical equipment.

On: January 19, 2025

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: Medical equipment, Memorandums of Understanding, Pakistani and Chinese, Worth $250 Million

Pakistani and Chinese Companies Sign Memorandums of Understanding Worth $250 Million Beijing ( Web News ) Companies from Pakistan and China have signed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) worth approximately $250 million to promote trade in the medical and surgical sectors. According to official media, Pakistan’s Sawuat Surgical, a manufacturer ofRead More →

Nasir Qureshi Urges Chairman CDA to Address Business Community’s Grievances The ICCI is actively working to attract foreign investment by improving local industry infrastructure. Nasir Mansoor Qureshi

On: January 19, 2025

In: Commerce and Industry

Tagged: Chairman CDA, Islamabad Chamber, Local business community, Operational challenges

ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS ) Nasir Mansoor Qureshi, President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to resolving the pressing challenges faced by the local business community, aiming to facilitate a conducive environment for doing business and ultimately support the country’s economic growth. DuringRead More →