Pakistan Stone Development Company (PASDEC) and the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) organized a seminar to promote Pakistan’s marble and granite sector. The event at Marble City, Gadani, Balochistan, highlighted the sector’s growth and expansion potential.

TDAP’s Director General Azhar Ali Dahr and PASDEC Representative Waqas Ahmad Ansari reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the sector at national and international levels. They emphasized the importance of adopting international standards and best practices to boost exports and contribute to Pakistan’s economy.

Muhammad Bilal Khan, the All Pakistan Marble Industries Association (APMIA) chairman, addressed the gathering. He highlighted the industry’s challenges, including inadequate infrastructure, a lack of modern technology, and insufficient worker training. He stressed the need for government support and private-sector investment to address these issues and unlock the sector’s full potential.

The APMIA Chairman highlighted the challenges and opportunities of Pakistan’s marble and granite sector and urged stakeholders to capitalize on its benefits.