KARACHI: Sindh Minister for Local Government Syed Nasir Hussain Shah has said the government is committed to providing a conducive business environment and creating investment opportunities, particularly in the construction industry.
Inaugurating the three-day ABAD In-House Exhibition of construction products on Friday, he announced that a one-window operation office would be established at ABAD House.
He said the Sindh governmentwas moving towards digitisation alongside the single-window operation, with the Sindh Building Control Authority director general and the government team working closely to resolve the sector’s issues on a priority basis.
The facility would address the problems of builders and developers, simplify approval processes and promote business activity, he said.
Mr Shah said development work was under way on more than 150 small and major roads across Sindh.
‘Our desire is that discussions should focus on Pakistan’s devel-opment, business opportunities and the promotion of investment.
Pakistan is receiving positive recognition internationally, and we should benefit from this favourable environment,’ he said.
He said the government wanted local and foreign investors to invest in Pakistan, and the business community must be provided maximum facilities so capital could be utilised within the country instead of being transferred abroad.
He added that efforts were under way to improve matters relating to the Provincial Finance Commission and theNational Finance Commission, while governance issues also required special attention.
Speaking as guest of honour, Sindh Governor Nihal Hashmi advised participating companies to explore international markets and export their products, saying increased exports would contribute to Pakistan’s economic development.
He said the federal government was also providing financial resources for Karachi’s development, adding that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was well aware of the city’s importance.