Pakistan pushes for deeper UK trade links during Chamber visit

Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce welcomed Pakistan’s Minister of Commerce in a visit that bolstered Birmingham’s international trade ties.

Minister Jam Kamal Khan was received in Birmingham during an official visit to the UK to promote deeper trade ties and encourage investment in new sectors.

He met a number of businesses including Intercity Technology and Birmingham Wholesale Markets, before leading a delegation on a visit to Birmingham City Football Club.

The minister emphasised Pakistan’s value proposition in supplying Birmingham’s advanced manufacturing and automotive sectors, citing “cost effective production capabilities and expertise in light engineering and metal fabrication”.

Pakistan exported £2.5bn worth of goods and services to the UK in 2024 while important £2.2bn, according to UK government statistics.

Total trade between the two countries stands at £4.7bn, up 7.3 per cent from the previous year.  

Nasir Awan, president of the GBCC, said: “Greater Birmingham continues to be a gateway for international trade, and this visit from the Minister of Commerce of Pakistan underscores our city’s growing importance on the global stage.

“We are proud to champion bilateral dialogue and long-term collaboration.”

Pictured: From left - Anjum Khan (director, Asian Business Chamber), Nasir Awan, Minister Jam Kamal Khan and GBCC acting deputy CEO Raj Kandola