Dr. Gohar Ijaz sworn in Caretaker Federal Minister for Commerce and Industry

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MG News | August 17, 2023 at 08:47 PM GMT+05:00

August 17, 2023 (MLN): Prominent businessman Dr. Gohar Ijaz has been appointed as Caretaker Federal Minister for Commerce and Industry to look after the matters of Commerce, Textile, Industries, and Production. 

He is a notable figure in the dynamic second generation of business and industry leadership. Being the accomplished son of the late Senator Sheikh Ejaz Ahmed, he is a name synonymous with unparalleled business wisdom.

 With a distinguished record, Dr. Gohar stands as a seasoned entrepreneur, dedicated philanthropist, and prominent stalwart in Pakistan's industrial landscape, specifically within the emerging textile sector.

His extraordinary contributions were acknowledged when he was awarded the Sitara-e-Imtiaz civilian honor for his incomparable commitment to the nation by the former President of Pakistan in 2011.

In addition, Dr. Gohar's remarkable achievements in business management garnered recognition, receiving him an honorary doctorate in management from the University of Punjab in Lahore.

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