Provincial Minister for Industries Mian Aslam Iqbal has said that the economy can be strengthened by using the latest technology. Young entrepreneurs are the hope of the nation and a guarantee for the bright future of Pakistan. Punjab government is launching soft loans scheme for the skilled youth next month. The tax system is also being revamped. An investment-friendly environment has been created in Punjab and Punjab Board of Investment and Trade is providing every possible facility to the local and foreign investors.
He expressed these views while addressing a seminar under the aegis of Punjab Board of Investment and Trade at 90-SQA today. Chairman Punjab Board of Investment and Trade Tanvir Ilyas Khan, CEO Jahanzeb Barana, Secretary Industries and IT sector companies attended the seminar. Provincial Minister Mian Aslam Iqbal assured his full support in resolving issues of IT and Tech sector. He appreciated the efforts of Punjab Board of Investment and Trade to initiate the policy dialogue. He said that present government realizes the importance of Tech industry and entrepreneurship and is, therefore, taking to bring-in regulatory and policy reforms for building up the confidence of local and global investors. He praised the efforts of various incubation centers of Punjab which are working tirelessly within their minimum. He said that PTI government is especially focusing on creating business-friendly environment in Punjab, bringing reforms in our processes and procedures, creating employment opportunities and facilitating investors into all sectors of the economy are our top priorities.
Addressing the seminar, Ms. Amn Mason appreciated the efforts of the Punjab government for improving the investment climate of Punjab. Chairman Punjab Board of Investment and Trade Sardar Ilyas Khan assured that PBIT would not leave any stone unturned in making Punjab a suitable investment destination for foreign and local investors. The speakers and analysts and panelists highlighted the potential of Tech and IT industry of Pakistan and threw light on its vital role in the development of any country. Provincial Minister visited stalls set up in the seminar.