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Published April 15, 2024

SLIC hosts minister of commerce

The State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan (SLIC) hosted the Minister of Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, and other guests at its Data Management Centre within the State Life Tower, Islamabad, as per a press release.

During the visit, SLIC’s CEO, Shoaib Javed Hussain, provided a comprehensive overview of the facility’s advanced technological capabilities, highlighting its pivotal role in revolutionising efficiency and service delivery through digital solutions.

Mr Khan commended SLIC’s commitment to advancing healthcare initiatives across Pakistan, emphasising the centrality of the Data Management Center in this mission. Echoing this sentiment, Mr Hussain expressed pride in SLIC’s achievements.

Ruda & CMEC sign MoU

The Punjab Central Business Development Association (PCBDA) and the Ravi Urban Development Authority (RUDA) have forged a partnership, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China Machinery Engineering Corporation (CMEC) in Shanghai, according to a press release.

At the ceremony, CMEC General Manager Wu Guang lauded the collaborative spirit demonstrated by RUDA and PCBDA, emphasising the potential for transformative impact through joint endeavours.

Fatima Ali Khan, Director BD & IR at RUDA, echoed these sentiments, stating, “The MoU represents a tangible manifestation of our shared vision for sustainable development.

Published in Dawn, The Business and Finance Weekly, April 15th, 2024

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