General Jeddah organized an interactive session with Pakistani businessmen

From: our Correspondent.

Islamabad: The Commercial Session of Pakistan consulate General Jeddah organized an interactive session with Pakistani businessmen based in Saudi Arabia and Saudi Importers on the occasion of visit of Mr. Atif Ikram Sheikh, President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) to Saudi Arabia. Mr. Khalid Majid, Consul General of Pakistan alongwith other senior Officials of the Consulate and Commercial Section were also attended the session.
In his remarks, Mr. Atif Ikram Sheikh, President FPCCI indicated that Saudi Arabia is the most potential market for Pakistan’s exports of cereal, textile, pharmaceutical, medical equipment, leather, fruits and vegetable etc. Aggressive market, regular interaction of business community, exchange of trade delegations and holding of trade fairs and exhibition can enhance Pakistan’s share in Saudi Arabia trade. He hoped that with the implementation of Pak-GCC Trade Agreement, Pakistan trade in Gulf market would flourish. Mr. Atif Ikram also shared his plan to host a ‘Made in Pakistan’ exhibition in Saudi Arabia later this year. He also appreciated Pakistani expatriate for contributing in Saudi Arabia economy and sending foreign exchange in Pakistan regularly. The Consul General of Pakistan underscored the burgeoning Saudi economy and assured full support for the Federation’s initiatives to promote Pakistan’s key sectors, recognizing it as the apex body of the private sector in Pakistan. Additionally, the Commercial Section provided insights into the trends and standards of the Saudi market, guiding Pakistani exporters on formulating strategies tailored for the Kingdom. The discussion also focused on understanding the scope and opportunities in the Saudi market for Pakistani companies, identifying challenges and barriers faced by importers when placing orders with Pakistan, and devising a strategic plan to enhance Pakistan’s exports to Saudi Arabia. The businessmen attendees include importers and dealers from the Food Sector, textiles, hotel supplies, sanitaryware, building material and marketing & adv. sectors. The participants unanimously acknowledged the mutually beneficial and productive nature of the interaction, emphasizing the potential for enhancing Pakistani exports to Saudi Arabia as a key outcome of the meeting. Mr. Karim Aziz Malik, Chairman FPCCI Capital Office and Former Vice President FPCCI and Malik Sohail Hussain, Chairman Coordination also accompanied the President FPCCI during the visit of Saudi Arabia.
It is worth mentioning here that the visit of President FPCCI is on the invitation of Saudi Government and President of Islamic Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (ICCIA) Sheikh Abdullah Saleh Kamel and participated Makkah Halal Forum.