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PAKISTAN
PROSPECTS
Tuesday 23 November 2004, 9.45am – 12.30pm
London Chamber of Commerce and Industry,
33 Queen Street, London EC4R 1AP
Tel: 0207 203 1827 (Claire Paye)
PAKISTAN
– THE COUNTRY
 Pakistan’s
growth rate of 6.4% this year has positioned it amongst the world’s
four fastest growing economies. The future looks good, with growth
projected to rise to around 7% over the next few years. Britain
already has a special relationship with Pakistan, with exports to
Pakistan amounting to £300m in 2003, a market share of about
8.6%.
Improved
industrial productivity this year has resulted in a significant
increase in imports, by a total of 16%. The bulk of existing imports
from the UK consist of specialised industrial machinery, power generation
machinery, telecom and broadcasting equipment, chemicals, pharmaceutical
and medical products.
However,
major investments in human resources are planned, to increase the
skill level of the Pakistani workforce. Information and communications
technology is a key sector where British expertise is required in
Pakistan. The UK is the largest investor in Pakistan, at US$219.4million
in the year to June 03, showing our confidence in the projected
development of the country.
PAKISTAN
– THE SEMINAR
You
will receive an excellent insight into prospects for British companies
in Pakistan. Hammad Siddiqui, Trade and Investment Officer, British
Deputy High Commission (BDHC), Karachi represents British commercial
interests in Pakistan and is extremely well placed to advise companies
on potential entry strategies. As the ICT specialist for the BDHC,
he is on top of all the opportunities which exist for ICT companies
looking to export to Pakistan. Other speakers will provide sufficient
background and practical advice on Pakistan to equip any potential
or existing exporter to Pakistan. Case studies will enable you to
learn from the experience of other British companies. The networking
time will enable key contacts to be made.
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