RECORDER REPORT

ISLAMABAD: The Board of Investment (BoI) launched three online portals, Electronic Joint Venture, Branch/Liaison office Management Information System, and Special Economic Zones Information portal for the benefit of investors.

The BOI had been effectively introducing technology-driven innovative solutions in terms of service delivery, with the ultimate objectives of bringing transparency, improving ease of doing business and facilitating Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Pakistan.

In his inaugural statement, Secretary BOI Omer Rasul, explained the objectives of the launch of new portals, which would help reduce human interaction and facilitate investors.

The three modules were officially launched.

Electronic Joint Venture (EJV) is Pakistan’s first public sector online free Business Match-Making Service, which allows the businesses to create partnerships worldwide.

It allows the enterprises to enlist their profiles on the website and provide useful information regarding new opportunities for investment. It facilitates companies looking for projects and Joint Venture Partners. The platform gives an opportunity for Business to Business (B2B) as well as Business to Government (B2G) collaboration.