RCCI\u2019s 36th IAA
\n Rawalpindi
\nUzbekistan\u2019s Minister of Investment, Industry, and Trade, Kurdatov Laziz Shavkatovich, announced a significant 30% increase in bilateral trade between Pakistan and Uzbekistan, crediting enhanced connectivity and growing sectoral collaboration for the upward trend. Speaking at the 36th International Achievement Awards (IAAs) hosted by the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) in Tashkent, the Minister reaffirmed his government\u2019s commitment to further strengthening economic ties.
\n\u201cWe remain committed to expanding our trade volume. Since June 14 this year, we have launched direct regular flights between Tashkent and Islamabad, which have now increased to four flights per week,\u201d he said. \u201cThis enhanced connectivity is creating new opportunities for business, tourism, and cultural exchange between our nations.\u201d
\nHighlighting the vast potential for collaboration, Minister Kurdatov noted key areas including agriculture, textiles, pharmaceuticals, tourism, and information technology.
\nUnderscoring Uzbekistan\u2019s rapidly growing digital economy, the Minister stated that over 2,000 IT companies are now operating across the country, with IT exports reaching USD 1 billion this year. By 2030, Uzbekistan aims to increase this figure to USD 5 billion.
\nHe warmly welcomed Pakistani companies to explore opportunities in IT outsourcing, digital payments, cybersecurity, and workforce development.
\nCommending RCCI\u2019s longstanding efforts to foster regional connectivity, Minister Kurdatov said\u201dWe strongly encourage you to work closely with Uzbek partners, and I assure you our government will continue to provide full support to ensure your success and comfort in Uzbekistan,\u201d he said.
\nRCCI President Usman Shaukat reiterated the Chamber\u2019s dedication to strengthening international linkages, promoting trade diplomacy, and opening new avenues for Pakistani exports and investments.
\nDuring the ceremony, Sohail Altaf, Group Leader and Former RCCI President, received a memento in recognition of his dynamic leadership and consistent advocacy for Pakistan\u2019s business community on budgetary and policy matters. The Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Former RCCI President Syed Asad Mashadi .
\nDistinguished attendees included H.E. Ahmed Farooq, Pakistan\u2019s Ambassador to Uzbekistan; Alisher Shaikhov, Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Uzbekistan; and Zaheer Abbas, Pakistan\u2019s Trade Counselor in Tashkent.
\nTop performers were honored in categories such as Businessman of the Year, Company of the Year, Exporter of the Year, Innovation and Technology Award, and Lifetime Achievement Award.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
RCCI\u2019s 36th IAA Rawalpindi Uzbekistan\u2019s Minister of Investment, Industry, and Trade, Kurdatov Laziz Shavkatovich, announced a significant 30% increase in bilateral trade between Pakistan and Uzbekistan, crediting enhanced connectivity and growing sectoral collaboration for the upward trend. Speaking at the 36th International Achievement Awards (IAAs) hosted by the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":514631,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-514621","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-business"},"yoast_head":"\n