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Business Recorder
15 hours ago
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Women entrepreneurs meet TDAP chief
KARACHI: A delegation of women entrepreneurs from Federation of Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry headed by Ms Shabana Asif called on Faiz Ahmad Chadhar, the Chief Executive Trade Development Authority of Pakistan, in TDAP head office to discuss role of women entrepreneurs in economic and trade development of Pakistan. Key issues faced by women entrepreneurs were candidly discussed, along with actionable solutions to enhance access to international markets, capacity-building, and visibility in foreign trade initiatives. The meeting also covered the inclusion of sector specific delegations for women entrepreneurs for participation in the international trade fairs, exhibitions etc under the TDAP's upcoming Annual Business Plan 2025-26 The CE TDAP apprised the delegation that TDAP has special initiatives for women entrepreneurs. TDAP has exclusive Women Entrepreneur Division, headed by the Senior Director General officer, to guide, encourage and support women enterprises. TDAP conducts various capacity building seminars, workshops and trainings in different areas of Pakistan to address critical challenge of capacity building being faced by the women engaged in export business. TDAP also offers enhanced level of subsidy to women exhibitors in international exhibitions and has fixed quota for their participation in such international events. The CE emphasized upon the delegation to actively participate in TDAP's international exhibitions for contributing in export enhancement of the country. Irum Fawad, owner of I.F designs studio, and Sadaf Raza, the founder member of Mirpurkhas Chamber of Commerce and Industry, requested the CE TDAP for supporting women entrepreneurs' delegation to Turkiye and other developing and developed markets for exploratory and business purposes. The CE TDAP urged upon them to identify potential women exporters and share proposals for appropriate review of and favorable decision by TDAP's Women Entrepreneur Division. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
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3 days ago
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‘Flavours of Pakistan' continue to Shine at Expo 2025 Osaka
OSAKA (Japan): As the Pakistan Food Festival enters its third day at World Expo 2025 Osaka, the spotlight shifted to one of Pakistan's most cherished and naturally rich offerings — the date fruit. Organised by the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), the four-day festival is part of a broader cultural initiative themed 'Flavours of Pakistan,' inviting global audiences to experience the country's culinary diversity and heritage. One of the highlights of the day was a visually stunning date display area, where a variety of premium Pakistani dates were presented in elegant arrangements. Dates were beautifully filled with nuts such as almonds, pistachios, and walnuts, while some featured creative pairings with matcha, offering a fusion of Pakistani and Japanese tastes. Date shakes and a variety of traditional nuts added richness to the setup, making the display both visually striking and deeply flavorful. Guests were invited to sample freshly flown-in Pakistani dates, many tasting them for the first time. Visitors praised their soft texture, rich natural sweetness, and the intricate craftsmanship behind the presentation. The display also became a popular photo spot, drawing in a steady stream of curious and delighted attendees. The Pakistan Food Festival continues to stand out as one of Expo 2025 Osaka's most celebrated cultural events — blending tradition, innovation, and taste to tell the story of Pakistan, one flavour at a time. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
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4 days ago
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TDAP officials meet PFMA delegation
LAHORE: Chief Executive of the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), Faiz Ahmad, met with a high-level delegation of the Pakistan Footwear Manufacturers Association (PFMA) at the TDAP Office in Lahore to discuss key issues and opportunities in the country's footwear export sector. The PFMA delegation included Hassan Javed, CEO Service Global Footwear and Pakistan's largest footwear exporter, along with Abid Hafeez, Senior Vice Chairman PFMA. The delegation expressed appreciation to the Chief Executive for taking personal interest in the issues relating to the Pakistani footwear industry. The delegation highlighted the sector's untapped potential, especially in light of China's anticipated relocation of its footwear industry to the region. They stressed the need for Pakistan to act swiftly to attract this investment shift and position itself as a regional manufacturing hub. The PFMA team lauded Faiz Ahmad's comprehensive understanding of the sector's issues and his forward-looking approach. In response, the Chief Executive assured the delegation of TDAP's unwavering commitment to supporting the footwear industry. He pledged that TDAP would take up the rebate issue with relevant authorities, initiate generous R&D and workforce training grants, and explore mechanisms to ease the financial strain of security for foreign. personnel. The meeting concluded on a positive note with a mutual resolve to strengthen collaboration for the sustained development of Pakistan's footwear exports. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
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5 days ago
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TDAP and FOSPAH organise seminar on Workplace Harassment Act
KARACHI: The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), in collaboration with the Federal Ombudsman Secretariat for Protection against Harassment (FOSPAH), successfully conducted an awareness seminar on the Workplace Harassment Act at the TDAP Head Office in Karachi. The seminar aimed to educate TDAP officers and officials on the Protection Against Harassment of Women at the Workplace Act, 2010, highlighting the legal framework, complaint mechanisms, and preventive measures to foster a safe and respectful work environment. Sabika Shah, Regional Head (Sindh) of FOSPAH, served as the keynote speaker, delivering an insightful session on the legal provisions, procedural guidelines, and institutional responsibilities under the law. The interactive discussion emphasized the importance of awareness, reporting protocols, and organizational accountability in combating workplace harassment. This initiative underscores TDAP and FOSPAH's shared commitment to promoting gender-sensitive workplaces and ensuring compliance with national laws. By empowering employees with knowledge and resources, the seminar reinforced a culture of dignity, safety, and zero tolerance for harassment. Sheryar Taj, Secretary of TDAP, commended the initiative, emphasizing its importance in fostering a comfortable and harassment-free workplace environment. He also presented commemorative shields during the closing ceremony. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
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7 days ago
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TDAP holds seminar on ‘Wood Identification' at SCCI Peshawar
PESHAWAR: A seminar titled 'Wood Identification, Quality Assessment and Export Procedure' was organized by the E&M-Division-II of Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) at Sarhad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI), Peshawar. The event was held in collaboration with SCCI and was well attended by a large number of renowned business representatives from the furniture sector of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The seminar included inaugural remarks, technical presentations and an interactive question-and-answer session. After the formal opening by the TDAP, the President of SCCI and the Chairman of the Furniture Association (KP Chapter) in their speeches highlighted key challenges faced by the furniture industry in business promotion and increasing exports. The technical session featured three presentations. Dr Zahid Rauf and Dr Tanveer Hussain from the Pakistan Forest Institute provided detailed insights on wood identification and quality assessment. From TDAP, Nadia Farooqui, Director and Zahid Mohammad, Deputy Director shared valuable information on international trade and export procedures relevant to the furniture industry. The seminar was highly informative and well appreciated by all participants. Responding to feedback from the attendees, the President of SCCI emphasized the need for TDAP to continue organizing such capacity-building sessions, particularly on topics such as e-commerce and digital marketing. During the seminar, participants also discussed key issues hindering furniture exports. These included the non-functional status of the Pakistan Furniture Institute in Hayatabad and the absence of allocated land for the establishment of a dedicated Furniture City. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
