Pakistan-UAE Trade Conference 2025: Strengthening Ties at Gulfood

Pakistan-UAE Trade Conference 2025 was organized by Dubai and sponsored by the Commercial Section and Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP). It was an icon event taking place at the Pakistan Association Dubai and brought together a large number of diverse international delegates, buyers, distributors, and Pakistani retailers visiting Gulfood 2025. The conference was organized with the objective of building bilateral trade relations and showcasing the export potential of Pakistan in the food and agro products sector.

Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, along with senior officials from the Pakistan Consulate and other consulates, attended the event, underscoring the importance of diplomatic support in enhancing trade relations. The gathering served as a platform for fostering business-to-business partnerships between Pakistan and the UAE, highlighting the mutual benefits of collaboration in the food and beverage industry.

In his opening remarks, Trade and Investment Counsellor Ali Zeb Khan welcomed participants and emphasized the conference's objective of creating networking opportunities. He invited diplomats and delegates from various countries, including the USA, Egypt, Iran, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Peru, Nigeria, and China, to engage in productive interactions and business matchmaking with Pakistani exhibitors. This approach aimed to facilitate meaningful connections that could lead to successful trade partnerships.

Ambassador Tirmizi, in his keynote address, highlighted the UAE's significance as a strategic trade partner for Pakistan. He noted the consistent growth in exports, particularly of agro-based products, asserting that the UAE remains one of the oldest and most reliable markets for Pakistani goods. His remarks reinforced the need for continuous efforts to enhance Pakistan's presence in the UAE market. Athar Hussain Khokhar, the Director General of TDAP, also addressed the audience, emphasizing the diverse range of Pakistani agro-based products and their rising demand in international markets. He reiterated TDAP's commitment to supporting exporters and facilitating trade initiatives, which are crucial for improving Pakistan's economic landscape and increasing its global trade footprint.

The conference concluded on a positive note of potential partnerships and collaborations, showing the importance of such conferences in fostering economic development. By connecting Pakistani exhibitors with UAE stakeholders, the conference not only aimed to enhance trade relations but also to create new avenues for cooperation in the food and beverage sector, bringing a positive aspect for future interactions.