Commerce Desk
ISLAMABAD: The Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) and the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) have agreed to strengthen cooperation to tackle cybercrime affecting the business community, raise digital security awareness and help resolve traders’ complaints promptly.
The understanding was reached at a meeting at Chamber House between NCCIA Additional Director Muhammad Shoaib Khan and ICCI President Mohammad Zikria Akbar Zia, Senior Vice President Mohammad Ashfaq Hussain Chatha and Vice President Mohammad Waqas Khan. The NCCIA official assured full cooperation, and both sides agreed to form a joint core committee for coordination and to hold awareness sessions on cyber threats and preventive measures.
ICCI President Zia said that as businesses increasingly depend on digital platforms, tackling cybercrime is essential to building confidence in the digital economy. He announced that the ICCI would establish a dedicated Cyber Crimes Committee to identify business concerns, coordinate with the NCCIA and pursue practical solutions for affected members.
Executive Member Abrar ul Haq raised specific concerns of the Islamabad Computer Association, Islamabad Mobile Association and Islamabad Realtors Association. Other executive members attended and expressed confidence that the initiatives would support Islamabad’s business community.
