FAISALABAD: Jiani Kitchenware, led by esteemed owner Mr. Yang, has proudly established itself as the first manufacturer of metal kitchenware in Pakistan. Located in the FIEDMC industrial area of Faisalabad, Jiani Kitchenware aims to provide high-quality and affordable kitchenware to consumers. In an exclusive interview with Syed Bilal Izzat Naqvi, editor of the Daily Information Times, Mr. Yang expressed his enthusiasm and commitment to contributing to Pakistan’s industrial landscape.
“I love to work in Pakistan as this is our neighbor country and also a friend. That’s why I invested my whole capital here,” said Mr. Yang. “In 2023, I began erecting our factory in Pakistan, and on the 5th of July this year, we commenced production.”
Mr. Yang highlighted the company’s efforts to train Pakistani laborers due to the scarcity of skilled workers in the region. “We are also trying to train our Pakistani labor because we can’t find skilled labor in Pakistan,” he noted. “Currently, we have 200 Pakistani employees and will need more in the coming days. We also pay them during the training period.”
Mr. Yang praised the Pakistani leadership, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff General Syed Asim Munir, for their efforts in attracting foreign investment. “We are thankful to them for their positive steps,” he said. Additionally, Mr. Yang offered suggestions to further improve the investment climate in Pakistan. He recommended that government officials expedite the issuance of NOCs to save manufacturers time and energy.
To enhance the competitiveness of Pakistani products in the international market, Mr. Yang urged the government to minimize customs duties on raw materials, and reduce electricity and gas prices. “At this time, we cannot compete in the international market due to high rates. Customs officials also take much time to clear our raw material. We suggest reducing the clearance time,” he added.
Mr. Yang expressed optimism about the future of business in Pakistan, contingent on stable government policies. “The next 5 to 10 years can be very good for business because the market is not saturated,” he remarked.
In his concluding remarks, Mr. Yang appreciated the security measures implemented by the Pakistani government but pointed out the challenges associated with using bulletproof vehicles. He proposed that Chinese manufacturers be allowed to import bulletproof vehicles duty-free. “It is expensive to rent a bulletproof vehicle for every visit outside FIEDMC, and buying one is also difficult. We suggest exempting taxes on bulletproof vehicles for Chinese manufacturers in Pakistan,” he explained.
Mr. Yang extended his gratitude to the team at the Daily Information Times for their continued support and coverage.
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