FPCCI urge for women role to socio-economic development of country.

ISLAMABAD -- The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) on Thursday urged on Importance of Women's role in social, economic, and political development of Pakistan.

Irfan Iqbal Sheikh President FPCCI assured the women delegation of Rawalpindi Women's Chamber for full cooperation when and where required and also to resolve the problems, said a press release issued by the FPCCI here.

The President FPCCI urged for the promotion of women entrepreneurs and the workforce, and this will enhance the economic growth of the country.

Irfan Sheikh said that women were 52 per cent of the country's population and neglecting their empowerment, emancipation, and participation could affect the economics of the country.

He further suggested that the government and concerned authorities should also take necessary measures for the empowerment of women, especially for the residents of the rural areas of the country.

Mirza Abdul Rehman, Chairman Coordination FPCCI stated that Pakistan cannot thrive unless it provides equal chances to its workforce, regardless of gender.

He further said that no country could develop economically and socially if 52 % of its population was excluded from economic and productive activities as they were actively participating in the agricultural sector, manufacturing industries, or service sectors.

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