ISLAMABAD, Jul 29: The President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), Sardar Tahir Mehmood, hosted a farewell reception in honour of Axelsyah R. Miraza, Economic and Trade Counsellor at the Embassy of Indonesia in Islamabad, marking the successful completion of his three-year diplomatic tenure in Pakistan.
On the occasion, President ICCI Sardar Tahir Mehmood presented a commemorative shield to Miraza in recognition of his outstanding services and valuable contribution to strengthening economic and trade relations between Pakistan and Indonesia.
The farewell ceremony was attended by prominent business leaders, members of the diplomatic corps, senior officials, and Rahmat Hindiarta Kusuma, former Chargé d’Affaires and Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Indonesia.
Addressing the gathering, ICCI President Sardar Tahir Mehmood paid rich tribute to Miraza for his tireless efforts in promoting bilateral trade, investment, and economic cooperation between the two countries.
He praised his instrumental role in bringing the business communities of Pakistan and Indonesia closer and creating new avenues for commercial engagement.
President ICCI described Miraza as a highly competent, dedicated, and approachable diplomat who performed his responsibilities with professionalism and sincerity.
Tahir noted that Miraza’s deep understanding of economic diplomacy and his constructive engagement with stakeholders had earned him widespread respect in both diplomatic and business circles.
“Mr. Miraza has made remarkable contributions towards enhancing trade relations between Pakistan and Indonesia. His commitment to promoting economic cooperation has left a lasting impact, and his efforts will continue to benefit both nations,” said Sardar Tahir Mehmood.
The ICCI President also extended his best wishes to Miraza for continued success in his diplomatic career and a prosperous future for him and his family. He added that Miraza’s strong affinity for Pakistan and his practical approach to economic diplomacy had helped create new opportunities for trade, investment, and institutional collaboration.
Business leaders attending the reception also paid glowing tribute to Miraza’s dedication and commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation and fostering stronger economic partnerships between the two friendly countries.
In his remarks, Axelsyah R. Miraza thanked ICCI President Sardar Tahir Mehmood and his team for organising the farewell reception and honouring him.
He appreciated the ICCI’s significant role in promoting trade and economic ties between Indonesia and Pakistan.
Miraza described Pakistan as a market with immense potential for Indonesian businesses. He noted that Indonesia, the largest economy in the ASEAN region and a trillion-dollar economy, could serve as a catalyst for integrating Pakistan with the vast ASEAN market.
He further stated that the current era is characterised by regional economic integration and that Pakistan and Indonesia have significant opportunities to strengthen regional connectivity through enhanced trade, investment, and economic cooperation.
The ceremony concluded with participants expressing gratitude for Miraza’s remarkable contributions and wishing him every success in his future diplomatic assignments.
The business community leaders expressed confidence that the strong foundation laid during his tenure would further deepen the longstanding friendship and economic partnership between Pakistan and Indonesia in the years to come.
