Seminar Aims to Strengthen Collaboration Between Public and Private Sectors

Wah Cantt: The Defence Industrial Production Regulatory Authority (DIPRA) organized a high-level seminar at Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) Wah to enhance strategic collaboration between the public and private sectors in Pakistan’s defence production industry.

The event brought together senior government officials, heads of defence production organizations, private sector representatives, academics, industry experts, and investors to discuss the future of Pakistan’s defence manufacturing ecosystem.

Technological Innovation, Self-Reliance, and Defence Exports Are National Priorities

Addressing the seminar, the Chairman of DIPRA emphasized the importance of advancing cutting-edge technologies and expanding indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities.

He stated that building a competitive and self-reliant defence industry is essential not only for strengthening Pakistan’s defence capabilities but also for increasing defence exports and contributing to the country’s economic growth.

Panel Discussions Highlight Emerging Opportunities and Industry Challenges

The seminar featured a series of panel discussions focusing on key issues shaping the future of Pakistan’s defence industry, including:

• Global Defence Market: Emerging international opportunities and Pakistan’s export potential.
• Industry-Academia Collaboration: Strengthening partnerships between educational institutions and industry to expand local defence manufacturing.
• Regulatory Reforms: Improving the regulatory framework to encourage investment and facilitate industrial growth.

Commitment to a Stronger Defence Industry

At the conclusion of the event, the Chairman of DIPRA thanked all participants and stakeholders for their valuable contributions. He reaffirmed the authority’s commitment to fostering innovation, promoting public-private partnerships, and supporting Pakistan’s journey toward a self-reliant, globally competitive defence industry capable of achieving long-term export objectives.