PM sees medium industry as engine of growth Imran Khan lays stress on uplifting SMEs; says all economic indicators on positive trajectory Prime Minister Imran Khan. PHOTO: RADIO PAKISTAN ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday stressed on promotion of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) sector in the country, saying it is the main component of economy, the elevation of which would help create employment opportunities and improve financial conditions. “The SMEs is a key constituent of the economy and its empowerment would help strengthen the economic outlook and create job opportunities,” PM Imran said while chairing a meeting of National Coordination Committee (NCC) on SMEs.