ISLAMABAD: In a significant move to improve the investment climate, the Balochistan Board of Investment and Trade (BBIT) and the Federal Board of Investment (BOI) have agreed to establish a Business Facilitation Center (BFC) in Quetta.
The agreement was reached during a meeting in Islamabad between BBIT Chief Executive Officer Qaim Lashari and BOI Additional Secretary Zulfiqar Ali. The discussions focused on the strategic framework for the proposed center, including the integration of modern technology, streamlined operational procedures, and strong institutional coordination.
The federal side assured full support for the center’s establishment and effective operationalization in Balochistan. Both parties emphasized strengthening mutual cooperation, capacity building, and knowledge sharing to enhance investment facilitation in the province.
Mr. Lashari stressed the importance of forming a dedicated working group, setting clear implementation timelines, training staff, and establishing an integrated system to ensure the BFC becomes fully functional. The meeting concluded with a strong mutual commitment to advancing investor-friendly reforms in Balochistan.
In a related visit, CEO Lashari also inspected the Federal Business Facilitation Center, meeting with Manager Mehr Ali to review its operational mechanisms, administrative systems, and ticket management framework. Deliberations were held on preparing provincial departments for the Quetta BFC and establishing an effective payment system, leveraging federal experience to ensure seamless service delivery.
Speaking on the occasion, Qaim Lashari stated that the BFC would be a major milestone for modernization, industrial growth, and inclusive economic development in Balochistan. He described it as a vital platform for local and international investors, making business in the province easier, faster, and more reliable. He added that this initiative sends a clear message that Balochistan is open and ready for investment.
