ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan has said on Thursday that Pakistan offers huge potential for e-commerce that will generate employment opportunities and help in economic growth.
Talking to Group CEO of Daraz Bjarke Mikelsen in Islamabad, he said e-commerce is vital for employment generation and economic growth.
The Prime Minister said the government is providing full support to foreign investors under the Ease-of-doing-Business policy.
The CEO Daraz expressed interest in further investment and expansion of e-commerce in Pakistan.
Meanwhile, talking to Group CEO of Multinational Telecommunication Services Company Veon Kaan Terzioglu in Islamabad, Prime Minister Imran Khan said the international companies are welcomed for establishing ventures in Pakistan.
He said Pakistani Youth whose talent is unparalleled can benefit from leading international IT and telecom companies.
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The Prime Minister emphasized on technology transfer and training of youth.
The CEO Veon expressed interest in providing big data solutions.
Earlier, Prime Minister Imran Khan had assured Chinese companies of “all possible cooperation” for them to invest in Pakistan, according to a statement issued by Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).
According to the statement, a delegation of Chinese companies’ heads called on the Prime Minister in Islamabad. The delegation included Chinese Ambassador Nong Rong, while federal ministers Hammad Azhar, Shaukat Tareen, Asad Umar, and Abdul Razzaq Dawood were also present in the meeting.
