The Sectoral Council for Gems and Jewellery met today under the chairmanship
of Mr. Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce. The
meeting was attended by representatives from the industry, exporters, and relevant
government institutions.
Mr. Khan noted that the gems and jewellery sector has significant potential for
contributing to national exports and economic growth. He reaffirmed the government’s
commitment to supporting the industry and fulfilling the mandate of developing a policy
framework to guide its progress.
Discussions focused on ways to strengthen the sector, improve competitiveness,
and enable better access to international markets. Participants also reviewed areas
where collaboration between government bodies and the private sector could help
address challenges and create new opportunities for value addition and skills
development.
The Coordinator encouraged continued cooperation among stakeholders to
prepare a comprehensive development and export policy for the sector. He stressed the
importance of innovation, modern practices, and market-driven strategies to ensure
sustainable growth.
The meeting ended with a shared understanding of the sector’s potential and the
resolve to work together for its long-term advancement.
