RCCI Celebrates Global Entrepreneurship Week 2026 at Bahria University
ISLAMABAD: The Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (RCCI), in collaboration with Bahria University, celebrated Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) 2026 on Wednesday under the theme “Empowering the Next Generation: Entrepreneurship Without Barriers” at Bahria University, Islamabad.The event was graced by Sardar Yasir Ilyas Khan, Advisor to the Prime Minister on Tourism, as Chief Guest. Vice Admiral Engr. Abid Hameed HI(M), Rector Bahria University; Sohail Altaf, Patron-in-Chief RCCI; Nosherwan Khalil Khan, President RCCI; and Dr. Shimail Daud, Former President RCCI, were also present on the occasion.
In his keynote address, RCCI President Nosherwan Khalil Khan emphasized the importance of promoting entrepreneurship among young people, saying that initiatives like Global Entrepreneurship Week would encourage students to become job creators rather than job seekers.He said GEW provides an excellent platform for young people to participate in interactive sessions and training workshops, learn from successful entrepreneurs, explore innovative ideas, and enhance their knowledge and skills in the field of entrepreneurship.He further stated that RCCI’s participation in Global Entrepreneurship Week reflects the Chamber’s commitment to facilitating youth, strengthening the private sector, encouraging innovation, and promoting entrepreneurship as a viable career opportunity. He added that empowering young entrepreneurs is essential for sustainable economic growth and a stronger business ecosystem.Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Guest and other distinguished speakers highlighted the importance of innovation, entrepreneurship, and collaboration between academia and the business community in creating opportunities for the country’s youth.A thought-provoking panel discussion brought together leading entrepreneurs and business professionals to highlight emerging business opportunities, discuss challenges faced by startups, and explore ways to empower the next generation through innovation, entrepreneurship, and inclusive business growth.
The session also featured an interactive question-and-answer segment, providing students and aspiring entrepreneurs with an opportunity to engage directly with industry leaders and gain valuable insights from their experiences.Also present were RCCI Senior Vice President Waseem Aslam, Vice President Ikram Abbasi, Executive Committee Members, Qazi Muhammad Ahsan, Chairman GEW, along with faculty members, students, and distinguished business leaders.Through its participation in Global Entrepreneurship Week 2026, RCCI reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing entrepreneurial talent, promoting innovation, and building stronger linkages between academia and industry to create a more dynamic and opportunity-driven economy.Together, we are inspiring ideas, breaking barriers, and building the entrepreneurs of tomorrow!
