Chinese investment in Rashakai SEZ to start new era of economic growth

May 23 2022

ISLAMABAD, May 23, (Gwadar Pro)- “Chinese investors will soon start investing in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, especially in the Rashakai Special Economic Zone (SEZ), a new era of economic growth and prosperity will begin.”

 

This was said by CEO of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Board of Investment & Trade Hassan Dawood Butt, during a function held at China Window on the occasion of the 71st anniversary of Pak-China diplomatic relations.

 

He expressed confidence that this friendship would be further strengthened in the future.

 

While addressing the function, the guests highlighted the importance of Pak-China friendship and cut a cake to mark the occasion. A large number of people from different walks of life were present. The speakers said that China has always maintained friendship with Pakistan and sincerely helped Pakistan in providing technology, investment and in overcoming various crises.

 

The Commissioner of the Bannu Division, Arshad Khan, was the chief guest on the occasion. Provincial Secretary of Planning and Development, Shah Mehmood Khan, former Provincial Assembly member Dr. Muhammad Zakir Shah, minority leader Augustin Jacob and Deputy Director of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Youth Department Jawad Khan were also present on the occasion.

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