KARACHI: The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has announced the formation of national committees for various international forums, including Economic Cooperation Organisation Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ECO CCI), Pakistan–EU Business Forum, Confederation of Asia-Pacific Chambers of Commerce and Industry (CACCI), Pakistan-ASEAN Business Forum, Commonwealth, D-8 CCI and Organisation of Islamic Cooperation(OIC).
It has also launched a membership drive among trade bodies, chambers and associations across the country.
FPCCI President Atif Ikram Sheikh said the initiative is aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s representation and participation in regional and global economic platforms by institutionalising engagement with key international organisations in a more coordinated and result-oriented manner to promote trade, investment and the country’s economic interests.
He added that the committees will comprise experienced representatives from the business community and relevant stakeholders with a strong understanding of international markets. They will deliberate on emerging global trends, policy developments and new opportunities for Pakistan, while strengthening liaison with international chambers and Pakistan’s commercial missions abroad.
Sheikh said the move reflects FPCCI’s commitment to aligning the business community with evolving global economic dynamics. He added that the committees would support trade diplomacy, promote bilateral and multilateral cooperation, identify new avenues for exports, investment and joint ventures, and provide policy input to the government.
The FPCCI president expressed confidence that the committees would strengthen Pakistan’s global economic footprint, improve institutional linkages with foreign counterparts and contribute to sustainable economic growth, while ensuring broad-based and inclusive representation through nominations from trade bodies nationwide.
