In the past year, the value of the pharmaceutical sector of Pakistan was estimated to be around $3.2 billion, doubling from $1.64 billion in 2011. It is likely to hit $ 5 billion in next few years. In the 1st half of FY 2020-21, pharmaceutical exports have recorded an increase by 24%. The sector's exports in 2019 stood at $218 million, up from $44.4 million in 2003. Founded in 1961, the PPMA is recognized by the Government of Pakistan as the only representative Pharma body in the country, which has about 700 plus members comprising both national and multinational companies. Pakistan's Pharma industry is very vibrant and dynamic, currently fulfilling more than 95% of the domestic pharmaceutical requirements. PPMA strives to ensure availability of quality medicines to all at reasonable price and to enhance exports of the country by accessing more value added markets of Europe and USA and the rising emerging markets of Africa. Through exports and industrial progress, the Pharma industry intends to work constructively with the government and regulatory agencies to ensure that our policy environment allows us to compete on the world stage. We invite our colleagues to attend the prestigious ceremony of 1st PESA and share the knowledge and celebrate the success of the industry as in the current climate it's more important than ever to recognize what has been achieved.
I look forward to welcoming you all.

The organizing committee of PESA – 1^st Pharma Export Summit and Awards congratulates the pharma exporters and all PPMA members on helping the industry achieve another year of success. The growth of the sector and its exports is a phenomenal achievement in these challenging times. This event aims to celebrate the success of the Pharma industry and help strategize increased growth in the coming years. The active support of various state institutions to the Pharma manufacturing sector is a constant source of encouragement for us. We are thankful for the support provided by the government to the industry. Their continued support will help us make pharma manufacturing a prominent export oriented industry of Pakistan. We thank all state bodies and PPMA members who helped us make this event possible and we reaffirm our commitment to continue creating and nurturing such linkages between the private and government sectors to ensure the creation and maintenance of the best policy frameworks for the growth of the industry. Once again congratulations to all award recipients and PPMA members on their success and sincerely thank our Chief Guest, Guests of Honor, all participants and guests for helping us create this memorable event.