Industrial Expo vital to boost trade, economic ties: governor

LAHORE : Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan has said that Pakistan Industrial Expo is a vital platform for accelerating industrial development, boosting trade, and strengthening global economic ties. "This expo stands as a testament to Pakistan’s commitment to industrial progress and international cooperation," he expressed these remarks while inaugurating the 8th Pakistan Industrial Expo at the Lahore Expo Centre on Saturday.

The expo brought together a distinguished array of academia and technology companies from various sectors of industry.

Organised by Everest International Expo Pvt Ltd, this year’s expo aimed to foster collaboration, innovation, and sustainable growth within Pakistan’s industrial landscape.

In his address, the governor also spoke about the deep-rooted friendship between Pakistan and China, describing it as "deeper than the sea and higher than the Himalayas," emphasising events like this would further strengthen these ties. He further noted that the involvement of academia in such initiatives would help steer industrial development in the right direction.

The event also saw the participation of prominent academic figures such as Vice Chancellor of the University of Sargodha Dr Qaiser Abbas; Vice Chancellor of Punjab University Dr M Ali Shah and Vice Chancellor of the University of Education Dr Akif Anwar Chaudhry.

They stressed the importance of collaboration between academia and industry to foster research, innovation, and workforce development. Their presence underscored the growing connection between education and industry in Pakistan’s economic development.

Everest International Expo Pvt Ltd CEO Fa Wenyan addressed the attendees, thanking them for their continued support and expressing his excitement for the event. “Our goal is to provide a dynamic platform for industry leaders, stakeholders, and innovators to connect, explore new technologies, and form strategic partnerships that will shape Pakistan’s industrial future,” said Fa Wenyan.