Commerce Minister embarks on China's mission with high-profile trade team

Islamabad: Caretaker Commerce Minister Dr. Ejaz Gohar has left for China with a high-profile trade delegation as part of the ‘Vision Pakistan 100 billion dollars.

This multi-segmental delegation representing the business sector of Pakistan will hold meetings with their counterparts in China for trade and investment and formation of joint ventures.

On the sidelines of the Official visit, Business 2 Business meetings have been arranged for the members of the delegation.

The delegation will also visit Zhongguancun which is a major technology hub near Beijing and is also known as the China's Silicon Valley.

This is a part of Ministry of Commerce’s strategy to engage at provincial level with major Chinese manufacturing hubs.

Ejaz Gohar will also take part in the unveiling of the Changshu 'One Belt and One Road' Centre.

Speaking to media before leaving, Minister Ejaz highlighted the importance of private sector collaboration as the next step in strengthening the Pak-China relationship.

He said “SMEs are the key to Pakistan’s prosperity and progress” .