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From the Desk of
Chief Editor

Dear esteemed readers,

Iampleased tosharetheJan-Feb2024 issue oftheChartered Management Accountant

Journal, focusing on the theme of 'Manufacturing Resilience: CMAs as Key Problem

Solvers.' In the ever-changing world of manufacturing, resilience is crucial for success.

Management accountants play a vital role by providing financial expertise and strategic
decision-making, helping navigate challenges and ensuring a proactive approach to the

sector's complexities.
I extend my heartfelt appreciation to Ms. Nadia Aftab, UNIDO Representative in

Pakistan, for her exclusive interview providing insights into UNIDO's contributions to
Pakistan's industrial development. I am equally grateful to Mr. Musadaq Zulqarnain,

Chairman, Interloop Limited & Interloop Holdings; Mr. Muhammad Ali Tabba, CEO of Editor

Lucky Cement Limited; Mr. Akbarali Pesnani, Chairman, Cherat Packaging Limited; Mr.
Nasim Beg, CEO of Arif Habib Consultancy Pvt. Ltd.; and Syed Akkas ul Husaini, CEO of

Thal Engineering for graciously dedicating their valuable time to share exclusive

thoughts onmanufacturing resilience through interviews.

The Focus Section comprises eleven articles, with seven penned by ICMA members.

Special recognition is extended to Mr. Gary Cokins, our international contributor, and of

Prof. Abdul Waheed Bhutto, the Pro Vice Chancellor of Dawood University of

Engineering and Technology, for their insightful contributions. This edition features a

survey report on 'CMAs key role in building industry resilience', jointly conducted by

ICMA and Gallup Pakistan. Additionally, the R&P Department presents a thoroughly

researched article on the 'Resilience Journey of Pakistan's Automotive Sector' spanning Desk

the pre, during, and post-COVID-19 era. The R&P Department explores topics such as

inflation trends across SAARC nations, providing a Sector brief and a SWOT analysis on

the Cotton textile industry in Pakistan. The varied information in this edition aims to
engagereaders.

We eagerly await your perspectives and encourage you to share them at the

rp@icmap.com.pk. Chief
From

Ather Saleem, FCMA

Vice President ICMA &

Chairman, Research and Publications Committee

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