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The Express Tribune23 May 2026, 15:10Our Correspondent
Business

Zaki Ijaz cites limited finance, high costs and regulatory hurdles as key challenges

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Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) CEO Nadia Jahangir Seth has said the authority is working to create an enabling ecosystem for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to grow and contribute more effectively to the national economy, according to a statement issued on Saturday. Speaking during a visit by a SMEDA delegation to the regional office of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) in Lahore, Seth highlighted the vision of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to boost economic growth through SME development. She said SMEDA has undertaken strategic initiatives aimed at unlocking the potential of MSMEs across the country. "SMEs are the backbone of Pakistan's economy and hold tremendous potential for job creation, innovation and export growth. SMEDA is fully committed to equipping them with the tools, opportunities and policy support n...
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