KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Qaim AliShah on Friday sought cooperation and support from trade bodies representing trade and industry operating here, especially of Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), in bringing peace and security in the city and in its development/up-gradation.
“KCCI role is very important especially for Karachi. Join me in taking care of the city including its development,” the Chief Minister pleaded while speaking at the inaugural ceremony of 12th ‘My Karachi : Oasis of Harmony’ international trade exhibition being organized by KCCI at Karachi Expo Center.
Syed Qaim Ali Shah pointed out that heavy influx of people even from neighboring countries has created serious problems to maintain law and order, develop the infrastructure and provide all civic amenities to the fast growing population of Karachi. Besides the industries are facing water, gas and electricity shortage and that around 60 % industry of the country is located here, he said.
He informed the business community that his government has started work on K-4, a mega project of water supply to the city. However, he added, 50 percent funds for this very important project from the Federal Government are still awaited.
He reiterated Sindh Government’s demand for providing the required quantity of natural gas from its indigenous sources.
Sindh government will also take up the issue of liquefied natural gas (LNG) import in the Council of Common Interests (CCI), he said suggesting the trade bodies based in Sindh to support his government in this regard.
He praised KCCI leadership’s efforts for successfully organizing ‘ My Karachi’ exhibition for eleven consecutive years in the city.
He expressed satisfaction over the very participation of exhibitors including those from 19 countries and hoped that the next My Karachi will get more response. He said this exhibition will greatly help project a positive image of the country and build confidence of local and foreign investors.
