Committee outlines strategic priorities to enhance exports, attract investment and strengthen Pakistan’s economic competitiveness
Pakistan’s leading business body, the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI), has initiated efforts to strengthen the country’s trade and investment landscape by charting a comprehensive roadmap aimed at promoting sustainable economic growth.
The first meeting of the FPCCI Central Standing Committee-2026 on Import, Export and Investment was recently held to develop a strategic framework focused on boosting trade activities and attracting greater investment opportunities.
The session was chaired by Convener Dr. Hayam Qayyoum at the FPCCI Capital Office in Islamabad and was conducted through Zoom, bringing together office-bearers and committee members from various sectors.
Addressing the participants, Dr. Hayam Qayyoum stressed the need for a coordinated and proactive approach to tackle emerging challenges and capitalize on opportunities in the areas of imports, exports and investment.
He emphasized that a unified strategy would help improve Pakistan’s economic competitiveness and support business growth.
During the meeting, participants discussed the committee’s vision, mission and operational framework.
They also reviewed standard operating procedures (SOPs), administrative priorities, annual work plans and implementation timelines to ensure effective management of issues related to trade and investment.
The committee members identified key milestones and devised core strategies aimed at enhancing policy advocacy, improving stakeholder coordination and promoting business development initiatives.
These measures are expected to create a more conducive environment for economic activities and facilitate long-term growth.
Among those attending the meeting were FPCCI Vice Presidents Tariq Khan Jadoon and Muhammad Raziq, Chairman Coordination Capital Office Malik Sohail Hussain, Senior Vice President RCSTSI Dost Ali Jan, along with representatives from various business and industrial sectors. Participants reaffirmed their commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment, expanding trade opportunities and encouraging investment inflows. They expressed confidence that collaborative efforts between stakeholders would contribute to sustainable economic development and improve Pakistan’s position in regional and global markets.
