The bilateral trade relations between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have observed successive growth in the last few years which boosted the economic activity between the two countries. In order to promote International Food Industry Reed Sunaidi organized 7th edition of Foodex Saudi at Jeddah Center for Forums and Events. Massive participation has been observed from Pakistan with 15 companies, which is evident that Saudi Food Industry has tremendous potential for Pakistani exports.
About the Show
Foodex Saudi is a 4 day mega Food event, the only international B2B trade show for the food sector of the Kingdom. With 212 exhibitors from 51 countries , there were altogether 15 national pavilions visited by 9013 attendees.
The participation rate has increased to 67% compared to last year which shows the growing interest and prospects for Pakistani exporters in Saudi Market. Prince Fahd bin Muqrin bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud inaugurated the exhibition along with major traders, businessmen brought as delegation.
Participation from Pakistan at Foodex Saudi
Under the Patronage of the Government of Pakistan, top notch Pakistani companies from the food & beverage industry, made a full-fledged participation in the exhibition. In collaboration with the Commercial Section of the Consulate, B2B matchmaking facility was extended to Pakistani exporters which marketed their products in a right way and provided a mechanism to streamline their meeting en routing them to the Saudi Market.
The diversified portfolio of food exporters brought rice, spices, sauces, beverages, processed food, ingredients, flavor & fragrances and confectionery items to the market.
15 leading food exporters showcased their products under Pakistan pavilion at Foodex Saudi 2019:
Synarome Manufacturing Company
HIGHLIGHTS in Pictures
Inauguration of Pakistan pavilion by Deputy Counsel General Mr. Shaiq Ahmed Bhutto and Prince Fahd Bin Muqrin Bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud
Ms. Nazia Parveen, Sales Manager – Eventage with Pakistani exhibitors and Media representatives
Ms. Nazia Parveen – Eventage with Mr. Mohamed Talaat and Ms. Maria Baptista – Reeds Sunaidi
Excellent Product Quality Award won by Lasani Rice Mills for their quality and innovation. Congratulations
Hassan Ali Rice Mills 
Lasani Rice Mills 
Golden Harvest Foods 
Ahmed Foods 
Ishfaq & Co 
Quality Flavors
PRESS COVERAGE of Pakistan pavilion
BBC Urdu 
Jinnah 
Aina Jahan 
Hasb e Zouq 
Bolta Pakistan 
Rawalpindi Times
PRESS COVERAGE in Saudi Media
Pakistan has competitive advantage in the Saudi Halal food market
Pakistan has competitive advantage in the Saudi Halal Food segment of the market in contrast to other non-Halal food producing countries. Since Pakistan’s major exports are based on textile and agricultural products, Foodex Saudi brought enormous exporting opportunities this year for the food sector. The Halal Food Market is expected to reach $ 6 billion by 2020; the total value of food imports will reach $35 billion. There is a need to capitalize the emerging opportunities of growth in Saudi Food industry.
Past participation from Pakistan at Foodex Saudi
If you want to participate in the next edition, mark 09 – 12 November 2020 in your calendar. Early bookings will ensure best location at show floor. Contact us today!
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