Memberships
All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association (APCMA):
APCMA is the apex body of the cement manufacturers of Pakistan. It is registered body under section 3 of the Trade Organization Ordinance 2007 wide license no 14, dated April 26, 2008 issued by Ministry of Commence. It was incorporated on14th of September 1992 under section 32 of the Companies Ordinance 1984.
Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI):
Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ICCI) was established in 1984. Since, its establishment it has played a key role in looking after the business interest of its more than 3000 members. Steel, pharmaceuticals, flour, marble, oil, ghee are the major industries in this region; whereas, industries of light engineering, soap and chemicals, ceramic and other allied industries are also playing important role in generating employment and economic activity in Islamabad Capital Territory-ICT.
ICCI has representation in government advisory Committees and Boards. Representatives of ICCI give recommendations to policymakers on various policy related matters for business development to increase local and foreign investment, to expand tax net, increase exports, etc. High government officials are invited at Chamber to discuss with them local issues of businessmen and to find solutions of highlighted matters with mutual coordination and collaboration.
Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI):
The Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI) is the premium business association of Pakistan established in 1952 and recognized in 1959 by the Government of Pakistan. Today we are proudly serving more than 4000 members which elongates from large manufacturers to home based small businesses.
Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI):
Established in 1958, the Sarhad Chamber of Commerce and Industry is an apex body of businessmen and industrialists of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The prime objective of this august institution is to stimulate the trade, business and industrial activities in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and in the surrounding tribal belt. The SCCI provides statistical and business database essential to the development of commercial and business activities and acts as a vital link to foster interaction between the local business community and the government. They have around 3000 members representing small, medium and large industrial and business concerns.
In accordance with the Trade Organization Rules framed in the year 2013, a Chamber of Commerce and Industry is organized to represent trade, industry and services in a specific area as provided for in Section 3(2)(b) of the Trade Ordinance, 2013. It is a not-for-profit Association of Traders & Businessmen more like a Joint Forum for the protection of common interests and goals. The Chamber of Commerce & Industry works as a bridge between public sector & private sector entities. It also serves as an advisory, regulatory, consultative and supportive body for the government and business institutions.