‘Economic progress hinges on business community’s success’

Islamabad:The government is fully cognisant of the challenges faced by the business community and is making concerted efforts to address their concerns, ensuring their well-being and contributing to the country’s prosperity.

This was said by Member National Assembly (MNA) Malik Abrar Ahmed while addressing the hugely attended Founder Group’s reception hosted by Group leader TWA Tarnol Wajid Ayub in honour of President Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari, said a news release here on Monday.

The event was attended by Coordinator to the Prime Minister on National Health Services Dr. Malik Mukhtar Ahmed Bharath, MNAs Anjum Aqeel Khan, Raja Khurram Nawaz, Malik Sohail Khan Kamrial, Ehsan Bajwa, MPAs Raja Hanif, Ziaullah Shah, Malik Maqsood, former MPA Sardar Iftikhar Khan Mittu and former Deputy Mayor Islamabad Chaudhry Riffat Javaid. Malik Abrar highlighted the vital role of the business community in powering the economy, underscoring the need for prompt resolution of their issues to ensure the country’s continued prog­ress and success.

He reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to supporting the ICCI in its endeavours to facilitate ease of doing business for the entrepreneurial community. Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari reiterated the Chamber’s commitment to serving the community, stating that its doors are always open to address problems and facilitate ease of doing business.

During his tenure, he has made concerted efforts to strengthen linkages for business promotion, with a special focus on tourism development. The main initiatives included conducting foreign trips to explore new business opportunities and hosting Tourism Summits in Skardu to showcase the breathtaking treasures of the northern areas.

These efforts have helped highlight the region’s vast tourism potential, attracting investors and tourists alike, he added. He urged policymakers to consult with business leaders and involve them in the decision-making process while formulating economic policies. This collaborative approach, he argued, is crucial for creating sustainable and effective policies that drive economic growth and development. Zafar Bakhtawari, Secretary General United Business Group, emphasized the need to accord respect to the business community if Pakistan is to achieve progress and prosperity.