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Swiss envoy calls Pakistan a secret treasure of world
Emil underlines need for due projection of Pakistan's positive image
KARACHI – Consul General of Switzerland Emil Wyss on Wednesday underlined the need for due projection of Pakistan's positive image in the world, especially in Europe, in order to take full benefits of the generalised scheme of preferences (GSP) plus facility given by European Union.
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of GSP-plus desk set up at the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) here, the Swiss diplomat said GSP-plus facility would prove to be a great opportunity for Pakistan to increase trade. He said Pakistani businessmen would be welcomed in the big market of Switzerland, which is located in the heart of Europe.
He also informed that talks were going on between his country and Pakistan to sign the Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Commenting on the economic potential of Pakistan, the Swiss counsel general said, “Pakistan is the world's secret treasure.
Wyss said the government and the private sector should increase interaction with the world to highlight Pakistan's economic potential and positive indicators for trade and investment here. He said that the Pakistan-Switzerland Friendship Exhibition – which was held at the Karachi International Airport - was a positive initiative and would contribute in strengthening the relationship between the two countries.
Emil underlines need for due projection of Pakistan's positive image
- APP
- August 05, 2015, 9:02 pm
KARACHI – Consul General of Switzerland Emil Wyss on Wednesday underlined the need for due projection of Pakistan's positive image in the world, especially in Europe, in order to take full benefits of the generalised scheme of preferences (GSP) plus facility given by European Union.
Speaking at the inaugural ceremony of GSP-plus desk set up at the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) here, the Swiss diplomat said GSP-plus facility would prove to be a great opportunity for Pakistan to increase trade. He said Pakistani businessmen would be welcomed in the big market of Switzerland, which is located in the heart of Europe.
He also informed that talks were going on between his country and Pakistan to sign the Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Commenting on the economic potential of Pakistan, the Swiss counsel general said, “Pakistan is the world's secret treasure.
Wyss said the government and the private sector should increase interaction with the world to highlight Pakistan's economic potential and positive indicators for trade and investment here. He said that the Pakistan-Switzerland Friendship Exhibition – which was held at the Karachi International Airport - was a positive initiative and would contribute in strengthening the relationship between the two countries.