RCCI Discusses Issues With Commerce Minister

Sumaira FH Published January 01, 2025 | 09:58 PM

A delegation from the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industries (RCCI), led by its President Usman Shaukat, met with Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan here on Wednesday to discuss key issues facing the business community and the pharmaceutical industry

ISLAMABAD, (UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 1st Jan, 2025) A delegation from the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industries (RCCI), led by its President Usman Shaukat, met with Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan here on Wednesday to discuss key issues facing the business community and the pharmaceutical industry.

During the meeting, Usman Shaukat discussed with minister the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ (MOFA) attestation policy for pharmaceutical exporters.

He also sought the Commerce Ministry’s support for the timely completion of the Rawalpindi Expo Centre project.

The minister assured RCCI of his and the ministry’s full support in addressing these issues, emphasizing the government’s commitment to promoting export-oriented industries and projects.

The delegation members also discussed the establishment of a pharmaceutical council modeled after India’s Pharma Excel. The minister informed the delegation that the proposal is under active consideration and will be implemented soon.

The meeting underscored the shared commitment to enhancing Pakistan’s exports and addressing challenges faced by key industries.