PECO News (Abuja – 27^th July 2013):

After hectic untiring efforts of Nigeria High Commission (NHC), Pakistan , Pakistan High Commission (PHC), Nigeria and PakistanExport Company PECO, the dream comes true to increase possibilities of trade between Pakistan & Nigeria &  now it is  finally decided to arrange Trade delegation from Pakistan to improve trade between two greens. The Pakistan Trade Delegation to Nigeria is the first step towards to this said objective of bilateral trade improvement. The Pakistan Export Company – PECO will act as coordinator and shorty contact all already invited investors by Nigeria High Commission (NHC), Islamabad, Pakistan. The program which was planned earlier has been amended and made it more beneficial to the investors. The reviseddetails will be made available to all stake holders (Delegation participants, Pakistan High Commission (PHC), Nigeria High Commission (NHC), and Trade Development Authority of Pakistan positively before 1^st of August 2013. In this regards Nigeria High Commission also planned to host a GRAND DINNER in all major cities of Pakistan. As per available unconfirmed details from inside sources the NIGERIA FEDRAL GOVERNMENT is ready to host all Pakistan trade delegation participants inside Nigeria with accommodation, Transport & food beside comprehensive program agenda to attract investors of both countries.

Dated: 27 July 2013

PECO News (Abuja – 26^th July 2013):

The Deputy High Commissioner of Pakistan Mr. Ahmed Ali Sirohey who called on Permanent  Secretary Foreign Affairs, Nigeria on his invitation for strengthening diplomatic relations with Nigeria. It was informed by Deputy High Commissioner of Pakistan at Nigeria that the continue efforts of Pakistan High Commission, Nigeria bring positive results for improvement of bilateral trade & its development. The Nigerian Government allows Pakistan High Commission at Abuja to establish its commercial office in Lagos with VISA consular section to facilitate Nigeria Business community. During meeting it was also agreed to join hands for immediate possibilities of improvement of bilateral trade between Pakistan & Nigeria with basic emphasis on quality with economy. It was also informed to Amb. (Dr.) Martin that Trade Delegation to Nigeria will reach Nigeria in August, 2013 in leadership of Nigeria High Commission, Pakistan that is effectively coordinated by PECO. The permanent Secretary anticipated that PECO will continue to work that enhance possibilities of business between Pakistan & Nigeria. The Permanent Secretary Foreign Affairs, Nigeria, appreciated the efforts made by PECO in this regard. The meeting was concluded on note of pledge to enhance bilateral cooperation between Pakistan & Nigeria.

Dated: 26 July 2013

PECO News (Abuja – 19^th July 2013):

Detailed discussions were held for Pakistani businessmen Delegation proposed visit to Nigeria, with Federal Ministry of Trade & Investment, Nigeria in presence of High Commissioner of Pakistan, Lt. Gen. ® Ashraf Saleem and High Commissioner of Nigeria at Pakistan Amb. Dauda Danladi at Pakistan High Commission, Abuja, Nigeria. The relevant Trade Ministry of Nigeria assured of its best cooperation during proposed delegation visit to Nigeria. It was also assured that all relevant Development Authorities of Nigeria will also be taken on board for best results. The Director PECO informed that Pakistan Trade authorities were also on board regarding the trip. In reply to the quarry by Pakistan High Commissioner at Nigeria, the Director PECO & Amb. Danladi confirmed that major chambers of Commerce & Industry are informed & invited for trade delegation. It is anticipated that the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), Ministry of Commerce, Board of Investments Punjab, All Chamber of Commerce and Industries of Pakistan, various trade associations, leading Industrialists & SME traders shown keen interest to play their respective role in development of bilateral trade between Pakistan & Nigeria.

Dated: 19 July 2013

PECO News (Abuja – 18^th July 2013):

It was announced by Chairperson PECO that Visit of Director PECO at Nigeria for arrangements of proposed Pakistani delegation may bring success in bilateral trade of Pakistan & Nigeria. The Director Pakistan Export Company PECO, Mr. Ibrahim Bin Maqsood, had introductory meeting with High Commissioner of Pakistan at Nigeria, his Excellency, Lt. Gen. ® Ashraf Saleem at Pakistan High Commission Abuja, Nigeria. During meeting the director PECO elaborated PECO – its functions, achievements, proposed visit of Pakistan investors to Nigeria & investment possibilities sectors for business entrepreneurs of two brother countries. The High Commissioner of Pakistan at Nigeria briefed Director PECO on various business options, available resources best utilization, limitations of Pakistan High Commission and opportunities for bilateral trade.

Dated: 18 July 2013

PECO News (Karachi – 29^th April 2013):

Deputy Ambassador of Pakistan at Nigeria Mr. Ahmed Ali Sirohey had detailed meeting with CEO of Deep Rock Drilling (DRD) Mr. Ismail Hassan and General Manager Mr. Syed Ghulam Ahmed to discuss possibilities of maturing a million dollar project at Nigr Republic for Drilling which is obtained by PECO from presidency of Nigr. The Deputy Ambassador Sirohey explains the project and possibilities of business at Nigr Republic with complete facts & figures. The CEO DRD Mr. Ismail Hassan asked different questions and tried to remove his reservations for investment in that part of globe. He also explains his company existence and basic business profile which was appreciated by Deputy Ambassador Sirohey. The PECO director Mr. Ibrahim Bin Maqsood also explains the project to DRD for execution. The meeting was concluded on the note of common understanding of trust & confidence while moving forward. The set for desired replies was handed over to PECO by DRD which will be replied shortly.

Dated: 29 April 2013

PECO News (Karachi – 28^th April 2013):

Deputy Ambassador of Pakistan at Nigeria Mr. Ahmed Ali Sirohey along with Director PECO Mr. Ibrahim Bin Maqsood had a meeting with CEO of Shaukat & Raza Ltd. Mr. Imran Shaikh at local Restaurant to discuss ways & means for improvement of business ties between Pakistan & Nigeria. Deputy Ambassador Mr. Sirohey reiterated Pakistan high Commission stance to facilitate all interested companies willing to do business at Nigeria with its complete supports that may bring bilateral trade improvement between Pakistan & Nigeria. He explained the opportunities available for Pakistani firms to acquire their better share from this African developing multi billion market. Mr. Shaikh of S&R Ltd had shown his willingness for more investment in Nigeria. He had shown his desire to become a first Pakistan company to establish workshop for providing technical supports to local industrialist in fields of Power generation and agro allied industry. Deputy Ambassador Sirohey welcomes commitment from Mr. Shaikh and advice PECO Director Mr. Ibrahim Bin Maqsood to bring more companies to Nigeria. As usual PECO reassure its commitment for carrying out basic agenda for bilateral trade improvement.

Dated: 28 April 2013

PECO News – Rawalpindi (22-04-13)

The Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce & Industries (RCCI) invited H.E Ambassador of Nigeria at Pakistan, Mr. Dauda Danladi for improvement in bilateral trade. The meeting was started by the welcome note of President RCCI, Mr. Manzar Khurshid Shaikh. On this occasion Amb. Danladi invited Deputy Ambassador of Pakistan at Nigeria Mr. Ahmed Ali Sirohey and Director PECO Mr. Ibrahim Bin Maqsood to accompany him during meeting with Chamber. Deputy Ambassador Mr. Sirohey and Director PECO Mr. Ibrahim accepted the invitation and become the part of the delegation. The delegation comprises of HOC Minister. Grema G. S. Gana, Minister Ahmed M. Gusau, First secretory Mr. Abiodun Salisu Fele also attended the meeting. H.E Amb. Danladi emphasized the need of improvement in bilateral trade between two countries. He also presented the documentary that clear the concept for opportunities available in Nigeria for Pakistani business people. Deputy Ambassador of Pakistan at Nigeria, Mr. Ahmed Ali Sirohey speaking on the occasion explained the facts and figures to clear the concept of Pakistan business people interested in investment, revenue required and profit earning while doing the business in Nigeria. The vote of thanks was presented by Senior Vice President RCCI, Ch. Pervaiz A. Warriach.

Dated: 22April 2013

PECO News – Gujarat/Gujaranwala (20-04-13)

Visit of Amb. Danladi, Deputy Amb. Sirohey & PECO Director Ibrahim to Gujranwala & Gujarat Chambers of Commerce & Industries may bring direct investment to Nigeria. It was stated by Chairperson PECO. On invitation of Chamber of Commerce & Industries of Gujranwala and Gujarat to Deputy Ambassador of Pakistan at Nigeria Mr. Ahmed Ali Sirohey along with PECO director Mr. Ibrahim Bin Maqsood & Ambassador of Nigeria at Pakistan, H.E Amb. Mr. Dauda Danladi with high level delegation inclusive of Deputy Ambassador of Nigeria at Pakistan, Minister Ahmed M. Gusau visited the chamber and also the exhibition organized by Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industries. The Deputy Ambassador of Pakistan and Nigeria visited and appreciated the standard maintained at plant of electronic items inclusive of Televisions, Ceiling Fans, Table & Pedestal Fans and Plastic accessories for leading Motorcycle brands manufacturing company M/s Bless Electronic & Engineering Company the manufacturers of well-known brand Belvin. The Deputy Ambassador of Nigeria at Pakistan Minister Ahmed M. Gusau appreciated and invited the company for investment in Nigeria. At the occasion of exhibition at Gujarat Trade Fair, H.E Amb. Mr. Dauda Danladi emphasized the need of joint business opportunities for business people of both countries and invited interested investors to Nigeria.

Dated: 20 April 2013

PECO News – Islamabad (18-04-13)
The delegation of PECO along with Deputy Ambassador of Pakistan at Nigeria H.E Mr. Ahmed Ali Sirohey meets H.E Ambassador of Nigeria at Pakistan Mr. Dauda Danladi at Nigeria High Commission, Islamabad to discuss issues of bilateral business interest. The delegation also discussed problems faced by business people of both countries for carrying out legitimate business. It was informed that Pakistan and Nigeria will form Joint Pakistan – Nigeria Business Council (PNBC) shortly. It was agreed that both High Commissions at Pakistan and Nigeria will work hand in hand in coordination of business entrepreneurs like PECO to enhance existing business volume. At this occasion PECO Director Mr. Ibrahim Bin Maqsood with his Pakistan based director Mr. Zahid Ali Khan ensured both High Commissions that every possible measure will be adopted to achieve the desired objective as soon as possible. H.E Ambassador Mr. Dauda Danladi assured that he will visit Karachi and other cities in Sindh province in coming month to boost confidence of business people of Pakistan and on contrary Pakistan High Commission at Nigeria will act similarly for business community of Nigeria at Nigeria. It was concluded that Nigerian High Commission at Pakistan and Pakistan High Commission at Nigeria will facilitate real business people and investors to enhance bilateral trade. While addressing the delegation Ambassador of Nigeria at Pakistan appreciated efforts made by PECO to enhance bilateral trade especially in pharmaceuticals. H.E Amb Mr. Dauda Danladi had shown his resilience for taking business delegation to Nigeria with objective of direct investment by Pakistani entrepreneur in Nigeria. He also emphasize on PECO to coordinate this delegation with their relationship and technical skill with the local business people interested in expansion of their business.

Dated: 18 April 2013