LAHORE (special crosspondent) – The President of the Lahore Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI), Faheem Ur Rehman Saigol, has officially reaffirmed the chamber’s unwavering commitment to supporting Pakistan’s youth. Emphasizing the need for robust collaboration, he called for the creation of stronger industry-academia linkages to equip the younger generation with essential practical skills and enhanced prospects for both employment and entrepreneurship.

These remarks were delivered during a high-level meeting with a 30-member delegation from the Young Business Association Pakistan, affiliated with Minhaj-ul-Quran International, which conducted a formal visit to the LCCI headquarters. The delegation was headed by Chairman Altaf Hussain Randhawa. Key LCCI representatives, including Executive Committee member Nadeem Ansari, along with Nauman Afzal Ch., Ch. Usman Afzal, Muhammad Masood, Farooq Shahbaz, Rana Muhammad Shoaib, Abdul Shahbaz, Abdul Rehman, and Junaid Waheed, were also present to welcome the group.

Empowering the Nation’s Most Valuable Asset

Addressing the delegation, President Faheem Ur Rehman Saigol underscored that the youth represent the country’s most significant asset, asserting that their active involvement is paramount for achieving sustainable national economic growth. He stressed that a concerted effort between the business community and educational institutions is vital to bridging the existing divide between theoretical academic learning and the dynamic, practical requirements of the modern market.

LCCI’s Strategic Support for Youth Initiatives

Faheem Ur Rehman Saigol reiterated that the LCCI stands as a staunch supporter of all initiatives aimed at integrating young people into the broader industrial and entrepreneurial ecosystem. He provided assurances to the delegation that the chamber would continue to facilitate youth-oriented activities and offer cooperation wherever possible. Similar to the collaborative spirit seen in recent Independence Day Ceremony Held at PID Lahore Office, the LCCI remains committed to fostering national development through such engagements. “LCCI supports the youth and will continue to help young people connect with the business community, industry, and professional opportunities,” he remarked.

Enhancing Practical Exposure for Professionals

The President invited the young participants to actively engage with the LCCI’s diverse range of seminars, workshops, exhibitions, and networking sessions. He noted that these platforms serve as critical conduits for young individuals to interact with established entrepreneurs, gain insights into evolving market trends, and expand their professional networks. Highlighting the importance of industry-academia alignment, he argued that integrating practical exposure into the curriculum would better prepare the next generation for the shifting landscape of Pakistan’s economy. This initiative mirrors the importance placed on education in other sectors, such as the Senator Saleem Mandviwalla Announces New Educational Initiatives for Hunza College, which aims to uplift student standards nationwide. By acting as a bridge, the LCCI intends to maintain a steadfast focus on entrepreneurship and skill development, ensuring that youth development remains a core pillar of its agenda. In response, Chairman Altaf Hussain Randhawa and the visiting delegation expressed their appreciation for the chamber’s proactive stance and confirmed their keen interest in deepening their cooperation with the LCCI moving forward.