The Minister appreciated DCCI’s collaboration with the Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry in facilitating Business to Business networking. DCCI’s facilitation in information sharing with regard to exporters/importers database was also commended.
The Minister encouraged the Chamber to participate in the upcoming 3rd International Food and Agricultural Exhibition (FoodAg) scheduled to be held in Karachi on 25–27 November 2025. Potential  sectors for collaboration including renewable energy, pharmaceuticals, automotive parts, Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Information Technology, evolving landscape of fashion and related preferences of youth were also discussed.
The President briefed the Minister regarding DCCI, its history and the role it plays in facilitating business across borders. He shared various suggestions for enhancing bi-lateral trade between the two countries, including exchanges of delegations, participation in exhibitions and knowledge sharing. Noting that DCCI has always supported Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) for business opportunities he suggested connecting the SMEs of the two countries. Issues of tariff and non-tariff barriers and actions to improve logistics between the two countries also came up.
The meeting concluded with the resolve to create a conducive environment for bilateral trade.