The largest exhibition
of automobiles in the country - The Pakistan Auto Show 2020 (PAS-20) is being
held on 21st, 22nd, and 23rd of February 2020, at the Expo Centre in Lahore. It
is a valuable initiative of the ‘Pakistan Association of Automotive Parts &
Accessories Manufacturers’ (PAAPAM), representing over 3000 large, medium &
small industries from all over Pakistan. The theme of this year’s PAPS show is;
“MAKE IN PAKISTAN”.
More than 100,000 local
visitors are expected to see renowned companies from; Japan, Germany, Korea,
China, France, Turkey, Thailand, Taiwan, England USA, UAE and Sri Lanka, while
over 400 international visitors, including 150 global buyers and delegations
will be there too. More than 100 exhibitors, including 10 international enterprises
and 90 domestic companies will display their brands and services on 38,666
square feet. The show is supported by the Engineering Development Board and
PakWheels.com, while the sponsors include: Honda, Suzuki, Hyundai & Millat
Tractors.
The diverse categories
of exhibitors will include; Passenger Cars, Trucks, buses, Tractors, Rickshaws,
Motorcycles, Auto parts Manufacturers, Services providers, Machinery makers,
Tool-makers, Antique cars and Heavy motorbikes along with related service
industries like accessories, Tracking & insurance, etc. The general public
is invited to visit the show between 10 AM and 7:00 PM, to see the fascinating
innovations and cutting-edge technologies from the best institutions and
projects, delivering great advantages for the consumers. While highlighting
CSR, traffic-safety and public awareness campaigns, a FREE Exhibitors’
Directory will also be distributed among the visitors.
The quantum of
local parts used for domestic car-assembly has risen substantially over the
last 10 years, raising Pakistan among the top 40 automobile-manufacturing
countries, while our Auto sector is among the top-3 Tax-contributors to the
government treasury and nearly 34% of the cost of a locally-produced car is
paid as taxes. Currently, Four out of the top 10 global automobile companies
have production plants in Pakistan, including; Suzuki, Toyota, Honda and FAW,
soon to be followed by other big names like KIA, Hyundai & Volkswagen.
The Chairman of Pakistan
Association of Automotive Parts & Accessories Manufacturers (PAAPAM) –
Capt. (R) Muhammad Akram stated that: “Implementation of stringent policies and
monitoring by the Government will ensure that only Overseas Pakistanis can
benefit from used-car import schemes. Foreign companies should be inspired to
invest more, transfer technologies and “Make in Pakistan” for faster economic
progress.
The Senior Vice Chairman
of PAAPAM – Mr. Mr. Saad Sherani stated, “The global automobile manufacturers
are showing keen interest in Pakistan, as the demand for quality automobiles
has risen rapidly in this emerging market, with a lot of unexplored potential.
This show will further strengthen the investors' confidence, to increase
Foreign Direct Investments.”
The Chief Organizer of
Pakistan Auto Show 2020 and Former Chairman of PAAPAM - Syed Nabeel Hashmi
commented that; “The Pakistan Auto Show is now recognized as the most
resourceful platform for sustainable enrichment of the Automobile industry. The
regulators and stakeholders will come together once again, to explore the way
forward, while finding solutions and exploring opportunities, while globally
promoting Pakistan as a credible brand.”
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