LAHORE, Jul 05 (APP):Carpet Training Institute (CTI) Chairperson Ijaz-ur-Rehman said on Sunday that export agreements worth millions of dollars would be signed in the international exhibition to be held in Pakistan, which would not only strengthen the industry but also help in introducing the skills of local craftsmen at the global level. The exhibition would prove to be an effective means of promoting exports and also play an important role …
CTI chief sees millions dollar export deals in intl’ carpet expo
LAHORE, Jul 05 (APP):Carpet Training Institute (CTI) Chairperson Ijaz-ur-Rehman said on Sunday that export
agreements worth millions of dollars would be signed in the international exhibition to be
held in Pakistan, which would not only strengthen the industry but also help in introducing
the skills of local craftsmen at the global level.
The exhibition would prove to be an effective means of promoting exports and also play
an important role in economic development, preservation of cultural heritage and strengthening
global trade ties.
He was addressing a meeting of industrialists and exporters in connection with International
Handloom Carpet Exhibition scheduled to be held in Lahore from October 6 to 8.
Ijaz-ur-Rehman said, such international exhibitions provide numerous opportunities
to promote exports, access new markets and establish direct links with global buyers.
He added that international handloom carpet exhibitions will contribute to important areas
such as increasing exports, economic development, global partnerships, awareness of
modern design trends, innovation and cultural diplomacy.
The CTI Chairperson said that international exhibitions were of utmost importance for countries
where centuries-old traditions of handicraft and weaving exist. He mentioned the major international
carpet exhibitions of the world and said that the global events held in Germany, Pakistan, Turkey,
China, India, Tehran and Baku were considered the most important platforms for the handmade
carpet industry.
He said the international exhibition organized by the Pakistan Carpet Manufacturers and
Exporters Association (PCMEA) had a unique position which has been successfully organized
for the last 42 years and it is a great honor for the Association.
He urged the industrialists and exporters to participate vigorously with high-quality handmade
carpets, new designs, color combinations and diverse collections keeping in mind the modern
global trends so that the attention of international buyers could be attracted
