On Wednesday, 28 August 2024, Ambassador Dato' Azhar Mazlan attended a soft launch ceremony of IDEAS 2024 at Marriott Hotel, Islamabad. His Excellency Mr. Jam Kamal Khan, Federal Minister of Commerce graced the occasion as Chief Guest. The event is set to take place in Karachi in November 2024. His Excellency the High Commissioner was accompanied by Mr. Muhammad Zulasri Bin Rosdi, First Secretary of the High Commission.
Jam Kamal Khan, while highlighting the role of Pakistan’s defence industry, said that the capability was not only to fulfil the needs of the country’s armed forces but also to compete globally by exporting defence products. Jam Kamal Khan noted that IDEAS had evolved into a premier gathering for defence exhibitors, high-ranking delegations, analysts, and trade visitors from around the world. The Minister stated that IDEAS 2024 presented an excellent platform for fostering understanding, building relationships, and enhancing networking within the global defence industry. It also offered a unique opportunity to find affordable solutions to the challenges confronting the sector.
IDEAS 2024 is expected to draw significant international attention, reinforcing Pakistan’s position in the global defence industry.
