Pakistan’s exports can be enhanced manifold by enabling local SMEs to showcase their products in the international trade fairs. It was stated by Yousaf Naseem Khokhar, Chief Executive Officer Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) while addressing a presentation ceremony on the world’s largest trade fair of printing and publishing business, Drupa, as a guest of honour. Syed Babar Ali, the renowned businessman was chief guest on this occasion. LCCI President Irfan Qaiser Sheikh, German Embassy Economic Consul Samy Saadi and Laison Office Messe Dissever In-charge Jamil A Naz also addressed the ceremony. SMEDA CEO said SMEs had 25 per cent in total manufactured exports of the country. He was optimistic the share could substantially be increased by introducing SME produced items in the world market. He said SMEs should be facilitated both by private and public sector, facilitating organisations to participate in the international trade fairs. Khokhar appreciated local liaison office of Messe Düsseldorf for attracting SMEDA towards international trade fairs to be held in Germany. Syed Babar Ali, while speaking on the occasion said Drupa to be held in Germany in next May can be the best source of knowing the latest development in the world’s print media, publishing and converting industry. He said he had visited Drupa seven to eight times in the past that helped him develop his packaging business in Pakistan at par with international competitors.
