ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will develop a nationwide network of modern exhibition and display centers aimed at boosting exports, strengthening local industries and attracting foreign investment, the commerce ministry said on Thursday.
The move is part of a broader strategy to modernize Pakistan’s trade infrastructure and bring it in line with international standards, as the South Asian nation seeks to deepen integration into global supply chains and position itself as a competitive hub for manufacturing and services. Officials say the new facilities will support small and medium enterprises, showcase domestic products to overseas buyers and provide a platform for international trade fairs and industry events.
“The first priority is the establishment of an Expo-cum-Display Center in Islamabad that will provide a world-class trade and exhibition venue in the federal capital,” Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan said in a statement, adding that “securing new land for the Quetta Expo Center, preferably near the airport to ensure easy access for foreign visitors and investors,” was the second key focus.
Potential sites for the Islamabad facility include the Pakistan Sports Complex, where existing infrastructure could help reduce construction time and costs. In Quetta, the government is considering locations with direct access to transportation links to better serve international exhibitors and business delegations.
