ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday informed that HRD Antwerp, Europe’s leading authority in grading of diamonds, and IBL Group, intend to set up a factory in Pakistan for cutting and polishing of rough stones.
This was informed to the Prime Minister during the meeting with a delegation of HRD Antwerp and IBL Group here.
The delegation comprised of Ms. Katrien De Corte, Vice President HRD Belgium, Rashid Abdullah, Chairman IBL Group and others. Professor Dr. Atta ur Rehman accompanied the delegation.
Finance Advisor Dr. Abdul Hafeez Sheikh and Advisor on Commerce Abdul Razak Dawood were also present.
Dr. Atta-ur-Rehman gave a presentation on the export potential of the country in coloured stones and gems.
The Prime Minister was informed that the export potential of Pakistan in gems sector which stood at US $ 1.62 billion in 2012, had witnessed steady decline over the period.
Dr. Atta-ur-Rehman also presented few proposals which could help in tapping the potential of the sector.
The Prime Minister welcomed the interest of HRD Antwerp and said that the government would provide every possible support for successful business venture.
Fund's mission, Pakistani authorities to continue policy discussions via video conference
Prime minister underscores economic partnership’s significance in meeting with EU ambassador
Establishment crypto council reflects Pakistan’s strategic alignment with the global cryptocurrency revolution
Decision taken in light of significant increase in number of solar net-metering consumers, says Finance Division
KSE-100 Index surges by 1,009.70 points, or 0.89%, to close at 115,094.23
Oil companies’ sources say diesel price likely to be slashed by Rs8 per litre
