London, July 31, 2025 – The Europe Today: In a significant step toward enhancing international cooperation in the SME sector, Mirza Aamir Khurshid, President (Coordination) Pakistan for the Global & Commonwealth SME Club London, met with Mr. Muhammad Javed Afzal, Provincial Chief Punjab of the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA), Ministry of Industries and Production, Government of Pakistan.
The meeting aimed to explore collaborative opportunities between the Global & Commonwealth SME Club London and SMEDA, with a strong focus on empowering small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in both Pakistan and the United Kingdom through knowledge sharing, joint initiatives, and capacity-building programs.
Key Discussion Highlights:
- Strengthening bilateral trade and SME connectivity between Pakistan and the UK
- Promoting entrepreneurship and skill development for Pakistani SMEs
- Identifying potential areas for partnership and innovation-driven projects
Mirza Aamir Khurshid expressed optimism about the potential of this collaboration, stating:
“We are excited to collaborate with SMEDA and explore opportunities for SMEs in Pakistan and the UK. This partnership will enable us to leverage our collective expertise and resources to promote entrepreneurship and economic growth.”
Mr. Muhammad Javed Afzal also welcomed the initiative, noting:
“We appreciate the efforts of the Global & Commonwealth SME Club London in promoting SMEs globally. We look forward to working together to support the growth of SMEs in Punjab and Pakistan.”
