Business issues to be taken up with relevant institutions: ICCI chief

Business Recorder reported that Mohammad Zikria Akbar Zia, recently elected president of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), said concerns raised by businesses will be sorted by priority and presented to government bodies for swift settlement. He also said the body will pursue an advocacy approach that is proactive, inclusive and aimed at results.

The remarks came during an orientation session for the newly elected Executive Committee, which reviewed the chamber's structure, duties, working procedures and priorities for the coming term. Zia described the meeting as an early step toward closer coordination and institutional discipline among the leadership.

Named priorities include making it simpler to do business, resolving tax and regulatory problems, cutting energy costs, tackling infrastructure gaps, supporting SMEs and boosting trade, exports and investment. Vice President Mohammad Waqas Khan said the chamber will deepen ties with small firms, young founders and new sectors, while members were asked to talk directly with their own business groups.