Governor Punjab Sardar Saleem Haider Khan pledged his full support to the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) during a ceremony at the Chamber House on 31 October.
Sardar Saleem Haider Khan stated he would approach relevant authorities to help identify and allocate suitable land for the business community. Sardar Saleem Haider Khan also expressed his readiness to coordinate with the necessary departments to advance a proposal for a Banking Mohtasib Pakistan facilitation desk.
The event marked the election of Mohammad Zikria Akbar Zia as ICCI President, alongside Mohammad Ashfaq Hussain Chatha as Senior Vice President and Mohammad Waqas Khan Swati as Vice President. Mohammad Zikria Akbar Zia said that stronger cooperation between the government and the private sector is essential for boosting exports, industrialisation, and job creation.
Zia urged the Governor to assist in creating a modern industrial estate that includes necessary utilities and infrastructure. Mohammad Zikria Akbar Zia proposed a permanent coordination mechanism between the Governor House and the business community of Islamabad through regular meetings or a designated focal person.
Syed Qamar Raza noted that overseas Pakistanis contribute significantly to the national economy via trade, investments, and remittances. Sardar Zahoor Iqbal highlighted the potential for expanding trade relations with France and other European markets. Iqbal also stressed the need to promote Pakistani products globally while encouraging joint ventures and business-to-business links with foreign firms.
