“Fifth Pakistan-Africa Trade Development Conference” and “Made in Pakistan Exhibition”

Addis Ababa, Ethopia, October 16-18, 2025

The grand opening of the “Fifth Pakistan-Africa Trade Development Conference” and “Made in Pakistan Exhibition” in Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia.

The three-day event was attended by more than a hundred Pakistani exporters and African business representatives.

Representatives from more than ten African countries participated in the conference, discussing new prospects for bilateral trade.

The “Made in Pakistan” exhibition opened new doors for the promotion of Pakistani products in Ethiopia.

Trade with Africa is a key pillar of Pakistan’s economic strategy: Jam Kamal Khan

Pakistan committed to sustainable economic partnership with Africa: Jam Kamal Khan

Jam Kamal Khan inspected various stalls of the exhibition and appreciated the efforts of Pakistani exporters.

The event was officially inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Dr. Alimu Seme Feisa, Minister of Transport and Logistics of Ethiopia.

Ethiopia is continuously improving its logistics system to facilitate trade: Dr. Alimu Seme Feisa

Ethiopia’s Minister of Transport and Logistics calls close economic ties with Pakistan the need of the hour

The event will promote economic integration in the region: Special guest, Ethiopian Minister of Transport

Pakistan-Africa cooperation is a guarantee of shared development: Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan

This forum is a continuation of Pakistan’s ‘Look Africa’ policy: Pakistani Ambassador Atif Sharif

Pakistan-Ethiopia relations are built on a strong foundation of friendship and cooperation: Ethiopian Ambassador Jamal Bakar

Diwanu Kedir, Director General of the Ethiopian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, praised Pakistan’s Africa policy.

Basit Saleem Shah, Minister of Commerce and Investment at the Pakistani Embassy, thanked the Ethiopian government.

TDAP DG Abdul Karim Memon’s presentation sheds light on Pakistan’s export performance and opportunities in Africa.

Saqib Fayyaz, Senior Vice President, FPCCI, said that business partnerships are the real source of growth.

At the end of the opening ceremony, a ribbon cutting ceremony and distribution of commemorative shields were held.

The event became a symbol of Pakistan’s further strengthening of trade and economic relations with Africa.

The event was organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce, Trade Development Authority of Pakistan, and the Pakistani Embassy.