Indonesia encourages its business community to explore untapped markets: CG

KARACHI: Indonesia encourages its business community to explore Pakistan’s vast untapped markets to promote balanced and sustainable trade relations, said Indonesian Consul General in Karachi Mudzakir.

Addressing a “Networking Dinner for the Indonesia Business Delegation for International Consumer Products Fair (ICPF) 2025,” hosted by the Indonesian Consulate on Sunday, he expressed gratitude for the role played by the Indonesian Parliament in facilitating stronger connections and relations with Pakistan. He said that promoting Pakistan’s economic potential remains a key priority of his diplomatic mission. “You may believe me or not, but I have two major duties while serving as Consul General. The first is to raise awareness about the potential of Pakistan.”

He stressed that negative perceptions about Pakistan are inaccurate and must be changed, adding that highlighting the country’s economic opportunities is an essential part of his responsibility.

Highlighting the importance of balanced trade, the consul general noted that he encourages visiting delegations not only to sell Indonesian products but also to buy from Pakistan. “Although we have enjoyed a trade balance in our favour for a long time, for me and the Consulate, it is important to see more sustainable trade relations.”

He said that the Indonesian Consulate is actively encouraging Indonesian businesses to explore opportunities for expanding markets for Pakistani products.

The networking dinner was attended by Indonesian and Pakistani businessmen, providing a platform for direct engagement, business-to-business networking, and exploration of potential trade and investment opportunities.

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