Spokesman Report

Islamabad: The president of the Islamabad Women’s Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IWCCI), Samina Fazil, stated Thursday that businesswomen are very pleased with the stabilization of the economy because the country is moving in the right direction.

She said that we have high expectations for Federal Minister of Commerce Jam Kamal Khan, who is making every effort to encourage commercial ventures and strengthen the economy.

After thoroughly discussing with Jam Kamal Khan, she addressed the office bearers and IWCCI members. She said that we have sent the minister recommendations that, if approved, will greatly benefit the businesswomen and the economy.

Samina Fazil said that we have requested the inclusion of women-owned businesses in trade delegations and the provision of subsidies to facilitate their business promotion.

She said that IWCCI has also sent a proposal for subsidies to assist women business owners in attending international trade shows and exhibitions, thereby enhancing their visibility and prospects globally.

The founder president of IWCCI stressed the significance of incorporating women’s viewpoints in national and international trade policies.

She also called for the representation of women as leaders on the boards of various organizations, such as the Export Development Fund.

The businesswomen also asked for a follow-up on the budgetary allocation for women entrepreneurs in the previous fiscal year; additional measures to promote women-led firms; and the allocation of an amenity plot for the IWCCI building.

She also requested that the government assist IWCCI in hosting the Single Country Exhibitions in the African Region through the EDF, to foster trade links and provide women-owned firms with access to markets.

The minister was informed about the issue of pending women’s chambers licenses at the General of Trade Organisations (DGTO) and requested support to strengthen the Women Exporters Network (WEXNET).

In addition to providing additional recommendations aimed at empowering women entrepreneurs in Pakistan, she advocated for the official recognition and support of women’s chambers, thereby enabling them to contribute to the country’s economic progress.

She informed the businesswomen that Minister Jam Kamal Khan urged them to select international exhibitions in which they would like to participate and receive the government’s support.

According to her, the minister assured all out support and pledged to make sure they attended these gatherings in order to advertise their companies internationally, which will help them get business.

Samina Fazil said that the minister has promised more efforts to mainstream women in the economy.