Chairman CCP showcases investment potential to All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce delegation

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ISLAMABAD, August 7: A senior-level delegation from the All-China Federation of Industry and Commerce (ACFIC) visited the Competition Commission of Pakistan (CCP) on Wednesday afternoon, as part of a broader initiative to explore cross-border investment opportunities and deepen regulatory cooperation between China and Pakistan.

The Chinese delegation was led by Mr. Yi Jiang, Director at ACFIC, and included Mr. Fuzhong Yang, Director for Logistics & Tourism, Mr. Ge Xu, Director, and Mr. Mingqian Sun, Managing Director of Leviathan Holdings Ltd. The meeting was hosted by Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu, Chairman of CCP, who provided the visitors with an in-depth overview of Pakistan’s evolving business climate and investment landscape.

Dr. Sidhu emphasized CCP’s mandate to maintain competitive markets and prevent monopolistic practices. “Our legal and regulatory frameworks are designed to ensure transparency, fair competition, and investor protection. These are vital pillars for building long-term confidence among foreign investors,” he stated.

The CCP Chairman also highlighted the role of the Commission in facilitating a level playing field for both domestic and international businesses, underlining its strategic importance in enhancing market efficiency and attracting sustainable investments.

The visiting Chinese delegation expressed particular interest in opportunities within Pakistan’s renewable energy, healthcare, education, and logistics sectors, areas seen as pivotal for long-term bilateral cooperation. ACFIC officials praised the regulatory mechanisms enforced by the CCP, describing them as conducive to fair market practices and essential for ensuring the stability of business operations in a developing economy.

ACFIC, which serves as the leading national platform for China’s private enterprises, plays an influential role in shaping public-private cooperation and fostering international commercial relations. With more than 3,000 regional federations operating across China’s provinces, cities, and counties, ACFIC has been instrumental in driving technological innovation, industrial growth, and trade reforms.

Chairman Dr. Sidhu welcomed the delegation’s interest in Pakistan and reiterated CCP’s readiness to provide regulatory support, facilitate market entry, and encourage innovation through fair competition policies. “We look forward to building long-term cooperation with ACFIC and its member enterprises. Pakistan offers a diverse array of investment avenues, and the CCP will remain a partner in ensuring these ventures are governed by transparency, equity, and compliance.”

The visit marks a progressive step toward forging stronger institutional linkages between Chinese business councils and Pakistani regulatory bodies, further solidifying bilateral economic cooperation under the framework of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and China’s Belt and Road Initiative.

Henan Daily