US ambassador discusses trade with GTEC chairman

Islamabad: Natalie A. Baker, Acting Ambassador and Charge d'Affaires of the US Embassy in Islamabad, held a trade meeting with Mazhar Hussain Thathal, Chairman/ CEO Global Trade Expo Centre Pakistan, alongside a delegation of Pakistani SMEs, says a press release.

Liaqat Thathal, Director of International Trade & Relationship at GTEC, emphasized the organization's vision: "We are committed to bridging the gap between Pakistani and American SMEs business communities. The future initiative will open new doors for SMEs on both sides, especially for women entrepreneurs and small industries from Pakistan."

The meeting, also attended by US Embassy Economic Officers, focused on enhancing bilateral SME cooperation, encouraging joint ventures, and promoting trade between Pakistan and the United States.

A key highlight announcement of Pakistan's SMEs delegation participation in the Pakistan-USA SMEs Trade & Business Delegation 2025, set to attend the International Franchise Expo 2025 in New York. Organized by GTEC, the delegation will feature SMEs from sectors including surgical instruments, healthcare, textiles, IT, food, and beauty products-strengthening cross-border business ties and empowering women entrepreneurs.