KCCI Proposes Unified Platform for Business Chambers to Tackle Issues

ISLAMABAD: The Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) President Talat Mehmood has advocated for the establishment of a joint platform comprising five to six major chambers across Pakistan to collectively address pressing business and industrial challenges.

During a meeting hosted by the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) on Wednesday, Mehmood emphasized that a united front would be more effective in influencing government policies than individual representations. He commended ICCI President Mohammad Zikria Akbar Zia for his efforts in uniting leading chambers and extended an invitation for him to visit Karachi.

Highlighting the economic hurdles facing Pakistan, Mehmood noted that the country’s exports are approximately $30 billion, while remittances stand at around $41 billion. He warned against over-reliance on remittances and urged the government to implement policies that encourage overseas Pakistanis to invest domestically, thereby bolstering local economic activity.

Looking ahead, Mehmood proposed that the new forum convene monthly on a rotational basis, aiming to strengthen the collective voice of the business community. This initiative could pave the way for more effective dialogue with the government and foster a collaborative approach to economic recovery.