Islamabad (TDI): The Canadian High Commissioner to Pakistan, Tarik Ali Khan, praised Pakistan’s progressive trade policies and expanding industrial base during a meeting with Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan at the Ministry of Commerce.
The discussion focused on strengthening bilateral trade and investment cooperation, with particular emphasis on mining, agriculture, information technology, renewable energy, and skill development.
The Canadian envoy highlighted Canada’s ongoing efforts to diversify its trade markets across Asia and identified Pakistan as a key emerging market for Canadian exports, including canola oil, soybeans, and pulses.
He shared details of three major upcoming expos in Canada — the PDAC Convention for the mining sector in March, the Crops Canada Show for agriculture in April, and Collision, a leading IT and technology event in Toronto — inviting Pakistani participation to explore partnerships and business opportunities.
Minister Jam Kamal Khan emphasized Pakistan’s growing focus on value addition in food, livestock, and halal-certified products, noting the country’s strong international reputation in halal production.
He extended an invitation to Canadian companies to take part in the Pakistan Food & Agriculture Expo 2025, scheduled for November 25 in Karachi. The event aims to showcase Pakistan’s agricultural and processed food potential to global investors and buyers.
Highlighting Pakistan’s strides in digital transformation, the Minister pointed to the rapid growth of e-commerce, IT exports, and AI-based fintech startups.
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He mentioned ongoing collaborations with global technology giants like Meta and Google, which are helping expand Pakistan’s digital ecosystem and boost its global competitiveness.
Both sides also discussed opportunities for cooperation in renewable energy projects, small and medium enterprise (SME) development, and human resource exchange programs.
The Canadian High Commissioner acknowledged the importance of Pakistan’s skilled labor force in global markets and appreciated the country’s growing industrial capacity.
Khan further commended the role of the Pakistani diaspora in Canada — now numbering over 300,000 — for serving as a strong bridge between the two nations.
He noted that several members of the Pakistani community hold public office in Canada, reflecting the depth of people-to-people connections that underpin bilateral relations.
The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to deepen economic relations, promote joint ventures, and enhance participation in trade expos and sector-specific events in both countries.
Senior officials from the Ministry of Commerce and the Canadian High Commission also attended the meeting, underscoring the shared resolve to advance Pakistan-Canada economic cooperation.
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