ISLAMABAD: Federal Commerce Minister Khurram Dastgir has said that his ministry will provide technical assistance for small enterprises through international organisations to explore global markets.
The minister said this while addressing a ceremony on topic of “Trade Related Technical Assistance Program – II funded by European Union”. The minister said that the program will produce positive results for the Pakistani business and trade community and provide the much needed knowledge, skills and machinery to the aspiring sectors.
Dastgir apprised the participants that the incentives offered to manufacturers and exporters in the recently approved Strategic Trade Policy Framework 2015-18 are intended to introduce best international practices, raise the standards of products, technology up-gradation, acquire internationally recognised certifications and creation of brands.
He said that the Commerce Ministry is of the firm view that for Pakistan trade can become an engine of growth and route to prosperity. He expressed his hope that such technical assistance program will continue to support the small and medium sectors of Pakistan in the future as well. He stated that the program has supported different initiatives of trade policy which are contributing in improving trade governance.
The Ambassador of the European Union Delegation, Jean Francois Cautain, highlighted the importance of trade for Pakistan’s economy and assured the support of the EU in trade development of Pakistan. He said that the EU would continue to support Pakistani business community so that they can take full advantage of EU GSP Plus. He appreciated the programme’s interventions in strengthening institutions which are related to trade and development.
