The Department of Supply Chain Management at the Institute of Business Management (IoBM) hosted a seminar titled "The Trump Tariff Shockwave: Strategic Reorientation of Pakistani Supply Chains". Held on May 15, 2025, the event brought together prominent industry leaders and academicians to explore the evolving dynamics of supply chain management in the wake of shifting global trade policies.

The seminar provided a comprehensive platform to explore the latest advancements and emerging challenges in supply chain operations, particularly focusing on the impact of tariffs on Pakistan’s export sector. Discussions revolved around critical themes including digital transformation, sustainability, global sourcing strategies, and innovative logistics practices. A key component of the seminar was the analysis of strategic initiatives such as the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and their implications for global supply networks and regional trade integration.

Participants engaged in in-depth discussions to focus on real-world case studies that highlighted sustainable practices and strategies for enhancing supply chain resilience. The event was enriched by focusing on real-world case studies that highlighted sustainable practices and strategies for enhancing supply chain resilience. The event enriched academic understanding while fostering industry-academia linkages. It was also imperative for driving research, innovation, skill development, and academic understanding while fostering industry-academia linkages. The event was also imperative for driving research, innovation, and skill development, especially in the areas of emerging technologies and digital adaptation.

Distinguished speakers at the seminar included: 

• Mr. Ateeq ur Rehman, CEO of Coastals Pakistan
• Dr. Adeel Shah, Head of the Department of Supply Chain Management at IoBM 
• Mr. Irfan Shahzad, Chief Operating Officer, at Ismail Industries
• Mr. Altaf Gul, CEO of Yunus Textile Mills Limited, and 
• Ambassador G. R. Baluch, Director of the Center for Policy and Area Studies at IoBM. 

Summary
The moderated event proposed a policy for Pakistan's strategic export reorientation towards an export diversification strategy targeting untapped markets. It emphasized supply chain digitalization and resilience through technological advancements and framed the Trump shockwave as an opportunity for economic growth and development.