ISLAMABAD: The Ambassador of Pakistan to France Ghalib Iqbal has said that Pakistani textile products have great potential of finding more space in European markets.
He was talking to Michal Scherppe, President of Taxworld Fair, being held in Paris. The ambassador visited Pakistani pavilion and Pakistani entrepreneurs’ stalls, according to a message received here from Embassy of Pakistan in Paris.
Iqbal discussed with the exhibitioners prospects of business development in France and assured them of continuation of full support and cooperation from the mission. The exhibitioners told the ambassador that the response of the buyers was encouraging.
This is 35th edition of Taxworld being held in Paris, in which 881 exhibitors are participating from all over the world, including China, Thailand, India, Indonesia, Turkey and Bangladesh. A large number companies are exhibiting their products. There was substantial presence of Pakistani manufacturers and exporters of denim and cotton fabrics.
The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) has arranged national pavilion in the exhibition.
Nine Pakistani companies are participating under the TDAP while others are exhibiting their fabrics on their own. In total, 43 Pakistani companies are participating in the fair.