CPEC is open to all neighbouring countries: Dr Tao

"CPEC is open to all neighbouring countries to join and become a part of an inclusive growth story," said Dr Li Tao, Country Head and CEO, Bank of China - Pakistan Operations. He was speaking at 1st China International Import Expo (CIIE) at a local hotel on Wednesday.
Qamar Zaman, Director General of Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), Liu Zhan, Counselor of Chinese Consulate-General in Lahore and Wang Jian, Economic and Commercial Counsel of China in Lahore were the guests of honor in the briefing. The briefing was attended by top exporters of Pakistan based in the city. He expressed his gratitude to the participants for attending the pre-departure briefing. He highlighted significance of 1st China International Import Expo (CIIE) and mentioned that the scope of development under CPEC will now shift from government sector cooperation to Public Private Partnerships (PPP). He reiterated the importance of the role of Small and Medium Enterprises in the economic growth of the country. Bank of China will make all necessary efforts in this respect to give access to the credit facilities for Small and Medium Enterprises, he added.