ISLAMABAD: The vibrant atmosphere of creativity and innovation filled the halls of the Dubai World Trade Centre as Paperworld Middle East & Gift and Lifestyle Middle East 2023 concluded on November 23. The 12th edition of Paperworld Middle East, the largest international trade event for paper, stationery, arts and crafts, office supplies, and school products, ran alongside the 3rd edition of Gift and Lifestyle Middle East, creating a dynamic showcase for diverse industries.
This year’s co-located events attracted a staggering 10,000 visitors from more than 100 countries, solidifying their status as a global platform for the paper trade and a wide variety of gifting items. With over 490 exhibitors from 20 countries across four expansive halls, the event featured the richness and diversity of the industry.
Gifts and Lifestyle Middle East, a part of the ambient portfolio, seamlessly complemented Paperworld Middle East with its focus on gifting, leather finished goods, lifestyle, and baby and kids products. The 12th edition of Paperworld Middle East & 3rd edition of Gift and Lifestyle provided an essential platform for industry players to connect, showcase innovations, and explore new opportunities in the ever-evolving market.
Among the distinguished participants, Dollar Industries Pvt. Ltd took a prominent position, showcasing its commitment to excellence and innovation. Mr. Arif Mukhtar, Head of Business Development – Export at Dollar Industries, expressed his positive feedback about the fair. He emphasized the event’s success, robust visitor turnout, and efficient organization, highlighting notable improvements compared to the previous year.
The show featured six official country pavilions, showcasing the global nature of the event, with participants from India, Germany, China, Hong Kong, Turkey, and Jordan. This international presence further enriched the diversity of products and ideas exchanged during the three-day event.
As the curtains closed on Paperworld Middle East & Gift and Lifestyle Middle East 2023, it left an indelible mark on the industry, setting the stage for continued collaboration, innovation, and growth in the years to come. The success of Dollar Industries Pvt. Ltd and other participants underscores the importance of such platforms in driving the industry forward.
