Islamabad, President Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry Atif Ikram Shaikh welcomed the meeting of Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Pakistan and said that the meeting of Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Pakistan will be an important milestone. Increasing Pakistani exports and business-to-business linkages is important. Sidelines talks require a one-point economic agenda.

President Atif Ikram said that the visit of the heads of the member countries is a manifestation of the world’s trust, the participation of the member countries and observers in the meeting will bring economic benefits to Pakistan. By holding this meeting in Pakistan, employment opportunities are expected by promoting investment in Pakistan.

Federation President Atif Ikram said that trade and investment opportunities can be found through regular exchange of delegations in business sectors. Investment agreements can also be made on G-to-G basis with the governments of member countries.