China Pakistan Economy and Trade B2B Forum 2023.

In a dynamic tribute to the 10th anniversary of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), a pivotal project under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), the China-Pakistan Economy andamp; Trade B2B Forum unfolded on August 3rd in the vibrant city of Shenzhen, People's Republic of China. This commemorative event witnessed the convergence of a distinguished Pakistani business delegation and prominent Chinese enterprises, fostering a platform for economic advancement and international partnership. Among the distinguished figures, Mohammad Asif Noor, CEO of Belt and Road Consultants Pvt and Chairman Global Business Alliance, was also present.

Guided by the leadership of Rana Ihsan Afzal Khan, Coordinator to the Prime Minister of Pakistan on Commerce and Industries, and the presence of industry stalwarts like Mr. Fu Chaoyang of China Ocean Group and Mr. Zhu Yanyan, Chairman of China-Pakistan United (Shenzhen) Economic and Trade Management Co., Ltd., the event transcended as a testament to the robust bonds between China and Pakistan. During the event, Rana Ihsan Afzal Khan celebrated CPEC's transformational impact on Pakistan's economic landscape, acknowledging the substantial opportunities it has brought forth. He underlined the resonating success of the recent high-level official visit of the Chinese Vice Premier to Pakistan, reiterating the depth and strength of the bilateral relations. Muhammad Asif Noor, articulated the immense potential that Pakistan holds as a business hub.

He added that Chinese enterprises can opt for public and private partnerships and joint ventures. His insights underscored the prospects of expanding trade and investment, particularly through public-private partnerships and collaborative joint ventures. Asif Noor's visionary approach illuminated the path toward enhanced economic synergy between the two nations. As the hub of trade and investment, Shenzhen is offering a great business hub to play an irreplaceable role in advancing both the Belt and Road Initiative and the CPEC.

A pivotal highlight of the event was the one-on-one project roadshows between key enterprises and the Pakistani delegation. This interaction highlighted the achievements since CPEC's inception in 2013 and underscored the shared commitment to pushing economic boundaries. The Pakistani representatives, armed...