KARACHI – In a bid to foster stronger economic ties between Pakistan and China, a delegation of Chinese businessmen paid a visit to the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), as per an official statement released on Saturday.
The visit aimed to explore potential business opportunities and collaborations between the two nations.
Gao Yunlong, President of the All-China Chamber of Industry and Commerce (ACCIC) & Chairman Council of the China Federation for Peace & Development (CFPD), emphasized the strategic partnership between Pakistan and China, envisioning it as a catalyst for mutual economic and social development. Yunlong stressed the importance of increased interaction among business communities, expanding trade avenues, and fostering joint ventures and investments between the two nations.
Welcoming the delegation, Engr. Daroo Khan Achakzai, President of FPCCI, highlighted China’s significant contribution to Pakistan’s economic development and prosperity. He underscored the need for a level playing field and advocated for a more substantial share for Pakistan in China’s imports to help alleviate the trade deficit.
President Achakzai also shed light on the activities of FPCCI at both the global and national levels, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between the national chambers for organizing commercial activities such as exhibitions and the formation of joint delegations.
Acknowledging Chinese investments in Pakistan, particularly in the context of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), Achakzai expressed optimism about the positive impact on Pakistan’s infrastructure and energy landscape. CPEC is a flagship project that involves significant infrastructure development, including the construction of highways, railways, and energy projects, aimed at enhancing connectivity and facilitating economic growth.
The meeting brought together key figures, including Dr. Ikhtair Baig (Senior Vice President, FPCCI), Ghazanfar Bilour (Immediate Past President, FPCCI), Vice Presidents of FPCCI Abdul Waheed Sheikh, Muhammad Ejaz Abbasi, Muslim Muhammedi, Qurban Ali, Former Vice Presidents Atif Ikram Sheikh and Mian Shaukat Masud, Malik Sohail Hussain, Senator Mian Atique, Ms. Amna Malik, and other prominent businessmen.
The high-level discussions between the Chinese delegation and FPCCI underscore the commitment of both countries to strengthen economic cooperation and explore avenues for collaborative growth. As China continues to be a key partner in Pakistan’s economic development, such engagements play a crucial role in fostering meaningful partnerships and enhancing bilateral trade and investment opportunities.
