14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Business Recorder
Daroghawala Industry Owner Association team meets PCJCCI
LAHORE: Pakistan China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCJCCI) welcomed a distinguished delegation from the Daroghawala Industry Owner Association, led by the Bani Group at PCJCCI Secretariat Tuesday.
The visit was part of an initiative to explore joint opportunities in the rapidly evolving auto parts manufacturing sector and foster meaningful dialogue on enhancing bilateral trade and technology exchange. The delegation, which included key business leaders and manufacturers from Lahore's well-established Daroghawala industrial hub, engaged in comprehensive discussions with the PCJCCI leadership aimed at identifying concrete areas for partnership, investment, and knowledge-sharing with Chinese enterprises.
During the session, Mian Muhammad Mansha, Chairman of the Bani Group and a veteran of the local manufacturing industry, shared his perspective on the current challenges and future potential of the sector and said that Pakistan's auto parts industry has come a long way, but to move to the next level, we need access to cutting-edge technology, modern manufacturing practices, and global supply chains. China has been a proven leader in industrial advancement, and we believe there is tremendous value in aligning our efforts. This visit is the first step in building bridges for mutual prosperity.
Zafar Iqbal, Vice President of PCJCCI, expressed his strong support for localized industrial partnerships and emphasized the Chamber's proactive role in connecting Pakistani manufacturers with relevant Chinese partners.
He said that PCJCCI exists to create value—both for Pakistani businesses seeking to grow and for Chinese investors looking for reliable partners. The visit by the Bani Group and Daroghawala Association is not just a courtesy call; it reflects a growing awareness that collaboration is the only way forward. We will extend every resource available to help these companies expand their footprint regionally and internationally.
Mahmood Arabi, Commercial Ambassador, PCJCCI played an active role in the discussions, assuring the visiting delegation of complete facilitation in terms of networking with Chinese chambers, industry clusters, and government agencies. He highlighted that we should work together on; technology transfer and localization of Chinese manufacturing processes, skill development and training of local technicians through Chinese expertise, opportunities for joint ventures in auto parts assembly and distribution, export potential of Pakistani auto parts to Chinese markets and Participation in upcoming trade fairs and B2B forums organized by PCJCCI.
Amir Ali, Executive Committee Member PCJCCI highlighted that sporadic business dealings don't create lasting impact. What we need are structured programs that bring together people, technology, and capital across borders. That's exactly what we are trying to build through PCJCCI.
Salahuddin Hanif, Secretary General PCJCCI briefed the delegation regarding PCJCCI's various initiatives, including industrial matchmaking platforms, support for Chinese language learning for business communication, and assistance in navigating cross-border legal frameworks.
Both sides agreed to form a working group to follow up on specific opportunities and facilitate future visits, including a potential business delegation to China later this year. A formal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) is also under consideration to solidify long-term cooperation between the Bani Group, Daroghawala industry stakeholders, and PCJCCI. This visit marks a key milestone in PCJCCI's ongoing mission to empower local industry by connecting it with China's massive industrial ecosystem.
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