CTI chief sees millions dollar export deals in intl' carpet expo

LAHORE, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 5th Jul, 2026) 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.

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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.