The Lahore gathering of the German-Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GPCCI) brought business leaders, diplomats and industry experts together to deepen Pak German ties and explore new trade and investment opportunities.
Her Excellency Ms. Ina Lepel, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Pakistan, attended as Chief Guest and in her keynote highlighted Germany’s continued commitment to boosting bilateral trade and economic cooperation with Pakistan, underscoring areas where collaboration can accelerate sustainable growth.
The event benefited from strong corporate backing, with Platinum sponsor Premier Systems (Pvt.) Ltd., importers and distributors of Audi in Pakistan, and Gold sponsors KSB Pumps Company Limited, iTextiles (Pvt.) Ltd., W. F. Integral Express Service, Excel Group of Companies, Seaboard Logistics (SMC Pvt.) Ltd. and Galaxy Pharma (Pvt.) Ltd. Their support helped create a platform for meaningful exchange between members and visiting delegates.
Speakers at the forum included Mr. Arif Saeed, Honorary Consul of Germany in Lahore and CEO of Servis Industries Limited; Mr. Sameed Iqbal, Marketing Director of Rija Fashions; Mr. Sarim Mehmood, Founder and CEO of Fruit of Sustainability; Mr. Raheel Iqbal, CEO of The Game Storm Studios (Pvt.) Ltd. and Vice Chairman of P@sha; and Mr. Aarij Iqbal, CEO of Textile Engineers of Pakistan + Alpha Penta and President of the Italian Development Committee. Each speaker contributed sector-specific insights that reinforced the practical steps needed to strengthen Pak German ties.
Discussion focused on Pakistan’s major economic sectors including textiles, information technology and agriculture, with emphasis on sustainability, compliance and human rights as integral to long-term market access. Technology, innovation and new commercial pathways were highlighted as critical to unlocking export potential and attracting German investment into Pakistan’s growing industries.
The GPCCI members’ networking event in Lahore marked another milestone in Pak German relations by connecting policymakers, entrepreneurs and investors around actionable ideas. Participants left with clearer avenues for collaboration and a reinforced belief in Pakistan’s potential as a destination for trade and investment that advances mutual economic interests.
