Strengthening Trade and Investment Relations between Pakistan and Bangladesh

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Pakistan's Minister for Commerce, Mr. Jam Kamal Khan, visited the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) to explore opportunities for strengthening trade and investment relations between Pakistan and Bangladesh. The Minister met with DCCI's President, Mr. Taskeen Ahmed, and Board Members to discuss potential sectors for collaboration, including renewable energy, pharmaceuticals, automotive parts, Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), and Information Technology. The meeting also covered issues of tariff and non-tariff barriers and actions to improve logistics between the two countries.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Minister for Commerce, Mr. Jam Kamal Khan, visited the Dhaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DCCI) to strengthen trade and investment relations between Pakistan and Bangladesh.
  • The meeting covered potential sectors for collaboration, including renewable energy, pharmaceuticals, automotive parts, Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), and Information Technology.
  • DCCI's facilitation in information sharing with regard to exporters/importers data base was commended by the Minister.
  • The President of DCCI briefed the Minister on the Chamber's history and role in facilitating business across borders, including exchanges, delegations, exhibitions, and knowledge sharing.
  • The minister encouraged the Chamber to participate in the upcoming 3rd International Food and Agricultural Exhibition (FoodAg) scheduled to be held in Karachi on 25-27 November 2025.
  • Potential areas for SME collaboration between the two countries were also discussed.

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