About Expo

The Pak-UK Business Expo 2025 is a landmark initiative aimed at deepening bilateral trade and investment relations between Pakistan and the United Kingdom. As a two-day international trade and investment exhibition, the event will serve as a vital platform for Pakistani and UK businesses, investors, entrepreneurs, institutions, and professionals to connect, collaborate, and create sustainable cross-border partnerships.

Held in the heart of Manchester, a city rich with a vibrant Pakistani diaspora and economic diversity, the expo will offer exhibitors and participants the opportunity to showcase their products, services, and investment portfolios to a qualified audience of HNWIs, investors, public officials, diaspora members, and general attendees.

Vision

To create a world-class platform that strengthens trade, cultural, and economic ties between Pakistan and the UK through business exchange, investment opportunities, and institutional partnerships.

Mission

  • Facilitate B2B networking and investment opportunities
  • Promote Pakistani industries, startups, and real estate to the UK market
  • Enable diaspora engagement in Pakistan’s economic future
  • Attract UK-based companies to explore emerging sectors in Pakistan

Key Objectives

  • Connect Pakistani developers, exporters, and manufacturers with UK-based investors and buyers
  • Offer real-time lead generation opportunities through 1-on-1 client engagements
  • Highlight investment sectors such as real estate, minerals, agriculture, fashion, IT, and startups
  • Drive media exposure through digital, print, and press coverage in both Pakistan and the UK
  • Foster institutional credibility through partnerships with the Pakistan Consulate and ICCI

Event Features

Exhibition Stalls

Over 60+ branded booths featuring businesses from Pakistan and the UK, covering:

  • Real Estate & Construction
  • Fashion, Lifestyle & Textiles
  • Agriculture & Food Processing
  • Technology & Startups
  • Natural Resources & Industrial Equipment

 

B2B & B2C Engagements

  • Pre-scheduled business matchmaking meetings
  • Live client pitches and investor briefings
  • On-spot product demos and service presentations

 

Marketing & Branding

  • Promotion via SMD screens, local UK newspapers, Pakistani media houses, and social platforms
  • Branded photo booths, venue signage, and brochure placements
  • Event highlights featured by international press and trade publications

 

High-Profile Networking

  • Connect with government officials, trade bodies, and diaspora organizations
  • Dedicated time slots for cross-sector roundtables and policy panels

 

Celebrity Appearances

  • Cricket legends and TV personalities from Pakistan to attract wider audience engagement

Exclusive Meet & Greet Sessions with influencers and celebrities

Audience Profile

  • UK-based investors, entrepreneurs, and corporate entities
  • Overseas Pakistanis exploring investment and property purchase
  • Pakistani real estate developers, exporters, manufacturers, and startups
  • Government and chamber representatives from both countries
  • Local professionals and diaspora community members in Manchester

 

Strategic Benefits for Exhibitors

Direct Access to UK-based clients and investors
B2B Networking with industry-specific leads
Public Exposure to thousands of walk-in attendees
Diaspora Outreach for real estate, exports, and franchising
Credibility Boost through institutional support
Media Coverage in both countries

 

Institutional Support & Credibility

This event is proudly supported by:

  • Consulate General of Pakistan – Manchester
  • Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ICCI)

Their collaboration ensures access to key decision-makers, smooth regulatory support, and promotion through official trade and diaspora channels.

 

Marketing & Media Strategy

Pre-Event Marketing Includes:

  • Social media campaigns across Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn & TikTok
  • Email newsletters and exhibitor announcements
  • Press releases to local and international media outlets
  • Coverage on real estate and business platforms like Zameen, ProPakistani, and Geo Business

 

On-Ground Branding Includes:

  • Event banners, branded stalls, media walls
  • LED SMD screen promotions
  • Live interviews, Facebook Lives, and influencer reels

Event Schedule Overview (Tentative)

Day 1 – Saturday, Sept 27, 2025

  • Inauguration Ceremony with Officials
  • Media Coverage and Ribbon Cutting
  • Panel: UK-Pak Investment Potential
  • B2B Networking Session 1
  • Cricketer Meet & Greet + Media Hour
  • Expo Resumes
  • Industry Panel: Real Estate, Agri & Tech
  • Diaspora Entrepreneurship Session
  • Closing Ceremony with Awards & Certificates