The Sri Lanka Pakistan Business Council of The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce recently paid a
courtesy call on the newly appointed High Commissioner of Pakistan in Sri Lanka, Major General (R) Faheem Ul Aziz, HI (M).
During the visit, both parties expressed their intention to collaborate closely in the future
development of economic, tourism, and investment opportunities between the two countries.
Additionally, they discussed the potential for developing Buddhist pilgrimages to Pakistan,
which has been minimally explored but holds significant potential given the large Buddhist
population in Sri Lanka. The visit concluded positively, with both parties expressing optimism
for future collaborations and mutual benefit.
The Ifthar Ceremony also, which was graced by the High Commissioner, as well as officials
from the High Commission of Pakistan and other distinguished guests, along with the Executive
Committee Members of Sri Lanka – Pakistan Business Council held at Hilton Colombo
Residencies prestigiously.
While marking the month of Ramadan, the Ifthar Ceremony also provided a platform for
networking and engagement. Through events such as these the Council seeks to promote cross-
cultural dialogue, as a vital aspect of multi-faceted collaboration.