Commerce minister for inclusive approach to boost trade

Published March 13, 2024
Jam Kamal Khan assumes his duties as commerce minister on March 12. — PID
Jam Kamal Khan assumes his duties as commerce minister on March 12. — PID

ISLAMABAD: Highlighting the importance of aligning with global standards and adopting modern practices, Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan has stressed the need for fully facilitating local and foreign investors believing that Pakistan can achieve significant strides through an inclusive approach.

During a meeting with officials of the commerce ministry after assuming the charge, Mr Kamal expressed his commitment to overcoming the country’s economic challenges.

An official announcement said the minister identified key sectors like mining, livestock and textiles as areas for modernisation and enhancing trade volume.

The minister further emphasised the need for moving beyond conventional trade approaches and embracing proactive measures to improve Pakistan’s position in the global market.

Published in Dawn, March 13th, 2024

Follow Dawn Business on Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook for insights on business, finance and tech from Pakistan and across the world.

Opinion

Editorial

Enduring friendship
Updated 09 Jun, 2024

Enduring friendship

Pakistan will have to deliver on its promises to China of fool-proof security, and crack down on corruption.
Silencing dissent
Updated 09 Jun, 2024

Silencing dissent

Reports of an internet firewall, which reportedly aims to replicate the Great Firewall deployed by China to police internet traffic, are alarming.
Minors for sale
09 Jun, 2024

Minors for sale

THE curse of human trade has a doubly odious form — child trafficking. Pakistan, too, is haunted by this ugly...
Small victories
Updated 08 Jun, 2024

Small victories

Recognition of Palestine is only the first step.
Chaman stalemate
08 Jun, 2024

Chaman stalemate

THE recent outbreak of violence in Chaman, which left at least 40 injured, among whom 17 were security officials,...
Deplorable performance
08 Jun, 2024

Deplorable performance

PAKISTAN held their heads in their hands; the unthinkable had happened. Their T20 World Cup hopes suffered a body...