Pakistan Mart joint meeting of FPCCI DP World and the NLC will be a role model project similar to China's Dragon Mart.

"Pakistan Mart" is not merely a business venture but will become a vital part of Pakistan's
national identity abroad. Mr. Abdullah Yaqoob Al-Sayed, Head of Traders Market at DP World

India also sought to acquire the same land for its own mart, but that Pakistan was ultimately
successful in securing it. Fakhre Alam Vice Chairman DP World

Islamabad (PR). A joint meeting of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and
Industry (FPCCI), DP World, and the National Logistic Corporation (NLC) was held at FPCCI
President Secretariat Islamabad chaired by Mr. Atif Ikram Sheikh, President FPCCI, to discuss
joint project to establish "Pakistan Mart" in Dubai, a venture aimed at boosting Pakistan's exports
to the UAE.

Mr. Atif Ikram Sheikh, President FPCCI, stated that the collaboration between FPCCI, NLC, and
DP World is a strategic move that will "open new avenues of trade in the region. He expressed
his hope that the "Pakistan Mart" will serve as a successful role model, similar to China’s
"Dragon Mart," which has played a crucial part in the economic partnership between UAE and
China.

President FPCCI further stated that The project to be a significant for Pakistan's exports, helping
to achieve a target in Pakistani exports to the UAE. He underscored that Pakistan produces a
variety of high-quality goods, such as rice, which are well-suited for the Dubai market and will
find a place through this mart.

Mr. Atif Ikram Sheikh described the "Pakistan Mart" is a commercial venture, and this prject is
an example of economic diplomacy and a symbol of Pakistan abroad. He pledged the complete
support of FPCCI and the business community to ensure the success of this joint project between
DP World and NLC.

Mr. Abdullah Yaqoob Al-Sayed, Head of Traders Market at DP World, emphasized the strategic
importance of the "Pakistan Mart" project during a recent event and highlighted that in a major
economic hub like Dubai, an institution such as "Pakistan Mart" is crucial. Mr. Al-Sayed stressed
that the project is not merely a business venture but will become a vital part of Pakistan's
national identity abroad. He confirmed that the mart's primary purpose is to serve as a platform
for the sale of Pakistani-made goods, and that officials are very enthusiastic about the prospects
of this joint project.

FPCCI Vice Presidents Mr. Tariq Khan Jadoon and Mr. Zaki Ijaz, Chairman/Incharge Capital
Office Mr. Karim Aziz Malik , Chairman Coordination Capital Office Malik Sohail Hussain,
Former President Zubair Ahmed Malik, Executive Member Senator Mian Atiq Sheikh, various
committee conveners, and officials from different chambers, including Mr. Shafiq Swati, Aamna
Awan Malik, Syed Jawad Hussain Kazmi, and Muhammad Asif Javed are also addressed the
meeting.

Mr. Fakhar Alam, Vice Chairman DP World, announced that Pakistan has successfully acquired
land in Dubai for the establishment of its own "Pakistan Mart." This is particularly significant in
the context of China's successful "Dragon Mart" and India's ongoing project to build a mart at a
cost of $180 million.

He revealed that India also sought to acquire the same land for its own mart, but that Pakistan
was ultimately successful in securing it. The Prince of Dubai has provided this land, valued at
millions of dollars, to Pakistan for free.

Mr. Fakhre Alam also highlighted that Pakistani products will not be subject to even 5% duty,
and there will be a dedicated warehouse space. He stressed that the success of the "Pakistan
Mart" rests on the shoulders of the business community and thay to play their part in making the
project a success.

Mr. Muhammad Yousuf, Director Plans NLC, reiterated that the partnership between NLC, DP
World, and FPCCI will open new avenues of trade in the region.