OICCI hosted a high-level delegation from the US Consulate General Karachi led by Consul General, Mr. Charles Goodman, accompanied by Economic Head, Ms. Daniela Garreton, and Economic Specialist, Mr. Fahd A. Zaidi on December 9, 2025. They were welcomed by OICCI Secretary General, Mr. M Abdul Aleem, and Executive Director, Mr. Kashif Shafi.
Senior representatives from leading OICCI member companies were also in attendance, including Country Chairman & General Manager, Chevron Pakistan Lubricants (Pvt.) Ltd, Mr. Ahmed Zahid Zaheer; Managing Director and CEO, Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Ltd, Mr. Syed Anis Ahmed; Country President, Chubb Insurance Pakistan Ltd, Mr. Humzah Chaudhri ACII, FCA, CPA CA; and Chief Executive Officer, Engro Polymer & Chemicals Ltd, Mr. Abdul Qayoom.
The US delegation was briefed through a detailed presentation by Mr M. Abdul Aleem on OICCI’s role as the leading voice of foreign investors in Pakistan, key aspects of Pakistan’s economic trajectory, and OICCI’s research-based findings were shared to provide a data-driven view of the evolving investment climate. Priority sectors such as IT & Digital Services, Pharmaceuticals, Energy, Consumer Goods, Minerals & Mining, and Infrastructure were highlighted as strong avenues for diversified foreign investment, particularly for US-based companies.
The discussion centered around Pakistan’s business environment, opportunities for future economic cooperation, and the reforms required to support sustainable investment. Member company representatives enriched the conversation by sharing operational insights and investor perspectives.
The session concluded with a shared commitment to further strengthening the economic partnership between the United States and Pakistan.