About SEZA
Special Economic Zones Authority (SEZA)
Special Economic Zones Authority (SEZA) is a Governmental organization established under the SEZ Act 2012, with a mission to create a conducive environment for investment, trade, and industrial development within designated Special Economic Zones (SEZs) across Pakistan. With a clear vision and a dedicated team, SEZA is committed to fostering innovation, competitiveness, and job creation to drive economic prosperity and social cohesion.
Vision
To be a vibrant and efficient regulatory institution for industrial growth in Sindh and providing enabling environment for setting up innovative industries employing latest technology to produce exportable products and services and create employment.
Mission
To develop as a facilitator in meeting the stated objectives of promoting economic development of the Province of Sindh.
Core Values
- Integrity
Take pride in everything that is fair, honest and build trust in every situation. - Customer Focus
We live by our customers’ success. We build lasting relationships with our applicants aspiring to become ‘SEZ Developer’ or ‘SEZ. Enterprise’. - Teamwork
We communicate actively and openly. We build trust by honoring our commitments. We show respect for each other. - Innovation
We are constantly looking for ways to innovate and improve. We embrace change as an opportunity.
Objectives
- Attract Investment
To attract domestic and foreign investment by offering incentives, infrastructure, and a conducive regulatory environment within SEZs. - Promote Export-Oriented Industries
To promote the establishment and growth of export-oriented industries within SEZs, contributing to increased exports and economic diversification. - Facilitate Industrial Development
To facilitate the development of industrial clusters and value-added supply chains within SEZs, fostering innovation, competitiveness, and industrial growth. - Generate Employment
To generate employment opportunities by attracting investments and promoting industrial activities within SEZs, thereby contributing to poverty reduction and social development. - Enhance Infrastructure
To develop and maintain world-class infrastructure within SEZs, including transportation, utilities, and social amenities, to support the needs of businesses and enhance productivity. - Ensure Regulatory Compliance
To ensure compliance with SEZ regulations, development agreements, and applicable laws by developers and zone enterprises, promoting transparency, fairness, and accountability. - Promote Sustainability
To promote sustainable development practices within SEZs, including environmental protection, resource efficiency, and social responsibility, to safeguard the long-term viability of economic activities. - Foster Collaboration
To foster collaboration and partnerships with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, private sector entities, and international organizations, to support the growth and success of SEZs.
Functions and powers of Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Authorities as per Act
The SEZ authorities shall be responsible to
- Prepare zone applications in accordance with the Act and applicable zone regulations;
- Select developers in accordance with the provisions of the Act and the applicable zone regulations;
- Negotiate development agreements in accordance with the provisions of the Act and applicable zone regulations;
- Assist developers upon award of a development agreement in acquiring land and accessing public utilities in accordance with the zone development plan;
- Prepare zone regulations for particular SEZ;
- Co-ordinate with Federal and Provincial authorities and ensure the building of infrastructure outside the boundaries of SEZ;
- Serve as liaisons and facilitating agencies in accordance with the provisions of section 29;
- Facilitate the availability of public utilities to zone enterprises in accordance with the zone development plan;
- liaise with all relevant Federal and Provincial authorities to ensure the security of SEZs;
- Monitor the proper implementation of streamlined administrative procedures in SEZs under section 28;
- Monitor the compliance of developers with zone regulations as well as the compliance of developers with their obligations under development agreements and suspended development agreements, in case of violation of terms of development agreement by the developer, pending final decision by Board of Approvals (BoA).
- Monitor the compliance of zone enterprises with their obligations under regulations;
- Review of the activities of the developers and zone enterprises regularly but not less than once a year; and
- Report bi-annually to the Board of Approvals (BoAs) with respect to SEZs in the Provinces concerned;