ORIGIN

Established in 1860 as the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and adopted the present name Overseas Investors Chamber of Commerce & Industry (OICCI) in 1968. The Chamber serves as the national point of reference for foreign investors in Pakistan.

VISION

To be the premier body for promoting new and existing overseas investment in Pakistan by leveraging the world-class expertise of OICCI Members for the benefit of the Investor and the Country.

MISSION

• To assist in fostering a conducive, open and equitable business environment in Pakistan
• To facilitate transfer of best global practices to Pakistan
• To enhance the image of overseas investors in Pakistan, and the image of Pakistan in overseas business communities

LEGAL FORM OF ORGANIZATION

A company limited by guarantee incorporated on 25th May, 1925 under Section 26 of Indian Companies Act, 1913.

FUNCTIONS

The Chamber’s main function is to promote the commercial, industrial and financial interests of foreign investors engaged in commerce and industry in Pakistan, primarily to develop trade and industry and to ensure that government and society as a whole understand the need of foreign investors and the contribution they make to the economic prosperity of the Country. The Chamber is heard and respected because of its unbiased independent views.

AREAS OF ACTION

• Information Collection and Research
• Trade Promotion
• Advisory
• Problem Solving
• Representation
• Investment Promotion
• Policy Input and Reform