Chief Minister Punjab, Maryam Nawaz, marked a productive third day of her historic eight-day visit to China with a focus on renewable energy and digital economic growth in Punjab.
During her tour of the Jinko Solar Panels Manufacturing Plant, Maryam Nawaz and her delegation were briefed on advanced solar technologies and innovative energy products. She invited Jinko Solar to establish a solar panel manufacturing facility in Punjab, emphasizing the province’s openness to investments in clean energy.
This initiative complements the Punjab government’s newly launched free solar panel scheme, which aims to distribute solar panels to 100,000 power consumers. Residents can apply for the program via SMS or an online portal, promoting affordable and sustainable energy solutions for households across the province.
The chief minister also visited the Pakistan Pavilion at the Hongqiao Import Exhibition and Trade Center, where she met a young entrepreneur showcasing Pakistani products. She expressed pride in the global representation of Pakistani businesses and stressed the importance of supporting young entrepreneurs to expand the nation’s economic footprint.
Maryam Nawaz showed a keen interest in the e-commerce sector, acknowledging its immense potential for economic growth. She directed Punjab authorities to study international e-commerce trends and devise strategies to enhance the province’s digital commerce infrastructure.
“E-commerce is a key driver of modern economies,” she said, “and it’s essential that we tap into this potential to empower businesses and consumers alike.”
The visit underscores the chief minister’s strategic vision to position sustainable energy and the digital economy as cornerstone sectors for Punjab’s future development.
