NANJING: Around 20 Pakistani enterprises are drawing attention at the ongoing 3rd China-Foreign Commodities Expo, held from November 24 to December 4 in Nanjing. Their broad and varied displays have placed the Pakistan pavilion prominently at the event.
Many of the Pakistani exhibitors are returning participants, reflecting the durable business ties and market opportunities they have built in China. The booths feature a wide range of products, including jewelry, jade pieces, marble décor, wood-carved furniture, and leather goods such as jackets, bags, belts and fur items. Adeel Khan of Karachi-based Khalil Sons is showcasing leather jackets, fur coats, belts and handbags. “Pakistani leather products enjoy a high reputation worldwide for their diverse styles and colors,” he noted. “People especially love to buy Pakistani leather goods for their quality and design.”
Humayon, another exhibitor, focuses on handicrafts and wooden furniture. His offerings include bronze cups, trays, vases, and rosewood items that consistently attract customers. This year, his enameled bronze pieces stand out. His daughter, Isbal, assists at the booth, impressing visitors with her fluent Mandarin.
Humayon recalled first coming to China in 1996 and gradually expanding from trial shipments of rosewood crafts to wholesale distribution, eventually establishing a trading company and operating in regions such as Xinjiang and Yunnan.
“By participating in exhibitions across China, I have made many friends and clients and gained recognition in the market,” Humayon shared. “There were difficulties, but perseverance led to achievements. The Chinese market is vast, and both the government and the people are very supportive. The environment is dynamic and improving continuously, offering great opportunities.”
Echoing the cultural bridge their business builds, Isbal shared her perspective: “China is a country with a long history and profound aesthetic appreciation. As material living standards improve, people here seek deeper spiritual and cultural fulfillment. Our handcrafted items, each with their own history and representing Pakistani culture, resonate with this desire. We believe the Chinese people will appreciate and want to understand this culture. Our effort is, in a small way, a form of cultural exchange between our two nations, facilitated by platforms like this expo.” Akbar Khan of Pakistan Wooden Marble Crafts is displaying gemstones and jewelry from Pakistan, along with pearls from the UAE, lapis lazuli from Afghanistan, and corals from Morocco. He highlighted Pakistan’s native stones — rubies, sapphires, and turquoise — known for their traditional handcrafted settings.
“We come here every year and are grateful for the warm hospitality of the Nanjing people,” he said.
The 3rd China-Foreign Commodities Expo brings together exhibitors from China, Iran, Nepal, Pakistan, Ethiopia and other countries and regions. With an expanded range covering import and export goods, smart home appliances, and specialty foods, the expo showcases high-quality products from around the world and injects new momentum into the consumer market. –Agencies
