Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) got the best organiser award for 12th western China international trade fair held in Chengdu from 18-22nd October 2011. According to TDAP, Pakistan Pavilion organised by the authority has been judged as the best organiser for the 12th Western China International Trade Fair held in Chengdu.
Two thousand one hundred and forty two (2142) enterprises from 52 countries and 1682 enterprises from other Chinese provinces participated in the event. During the event, trade turnover was $40 billion which is 112 per cent higher than last year.
Seventy five Pakistani companies selected by TDAP participated in the event and displayed a wide range of products which included textile products, leather and its products, cutlery, carpets and rugs, marble, handicrafts, wooden furniture, rock salt, jewellery, gift items; surgical, dental and beauty instruments, herbal medicine, etc.
Pakistan Pavilion was the centre of attraction for the visitors. During the event, a large number of businessmen not only from China but other parts of the world visited Pakistan Pavilion. They appreciated the high quality goods which were displayed. Participation in this fair provided an opportunity to the Pakistani companies to introduce their high quality products in this huge market.