Malik Mohammad Farooq, High Commissioner-designate to South Africa, has expressed his strong commitment to exploring new avenues for promoting bilateral trade and exports between Pakistan and South Africa.
\nHe shared this vision during his visit to the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), where he held a productive meeting with ICCI President Nasir Mansoor Qureshi.
\nHighlighting the immense potential of the South African market for Pakistani businesses, Malik Mohammad Farooq said that his interaction with the ICCI leadership had invigorated his resolve to stay closely connected with the Chamber, particularly due to its distinguished status as part of the Federal Chamber.
\nHe assured full support in facilitating enhanced business linkages and cooperation.
\nThe High Commissoner-designate lauded the ICCI\u2019s proactive efforts to strengthen economic ties with friendly nations, noting that he would actively engage with the South African business community to foster stronger bilateral trade and economic relations.
\nEarlier, ICCI President Nasir Mansoor Qureshi warmly welcomed the High Commissioner-designate and emphasized Pakistan\u2019s keen interest in deepening trade and investment partnerships with South Africa across both traditional and non-traditional sectors.
\nHe urged the Pakistan Embassy in South Africa to work closely with ICCI to achieve this shared goal.
\nPresident Qureshi described South Africa as a promising destination for Pakistani businesses, with untapped potential in sectors like pharmaceuticals, agriculture, tourism, and more.
\nHe highlighted key Pakistani exports such as textiles, rice, and food products, and urged the High Commission to identify and share market demand insights to help local exporters secure a stronger foot.
\nHe also expressed ICCI\u2019s readiness to facilitate the exchange of business delegations and organize B2B and P2P meetings to further strengthen business and investment cooperation between the two nations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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