Pakistan opens pavilion at Big 5 Global trade event in Dubai

• Nine Pakistani firms exhibit building materials, construction technology at major UAE trade fair
• Event offers Pakistani exporters access to new buyers as Middle East construction demand rises

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan inaugurated its pavilion at the Big 5 Global 2025 exhibition in Dubai on Monday, showcasing a range of building materials and construction technologies as the Gulf region accelerates large-scale infrastructure and real estate development.

The Big 5 Global is one of the world’s largest construction industry gatherings, bringing together companies involved in supply chains, urban planning, infrastructure design, and facilities management. The Gulf region, particularly the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, has been a growing market for construction inputs, creating opportunities for export-oriented manufacturers from countries like Pakistan. The annual exhibition serves as a key platform for firms seeking entry into regional procurement networks and long-term buyers.

Speaking at the inauguration of the event, Hussain Muhammad, Pakistan’s consul general in Dubai, said nine exhibitors from Pakistan were participating under the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan.

“Pakistani companies are presenting a diverse range of products and services, including electric cables, lighting solutions, PVC pipes, U-PVC windows and doors, aluminum architecture, and laminated boards,” Muhammad was quoted as saying in a statement by his office after he opened the Pakistan pavilion at the Dubai World Trade Center.

“The event provides exhibitors with a premier platform to promote innovation, sustainability, and technological advancement in building materials and construction sector.”

Pakistan’s trade mission in the UAE said the fair offers a critical channel for Pakistani firms to tap into regional and global markets. Trade Counsellor Ali Zeb Khan emphasized the export potential of the event, saying the UAE offers “excellent opportunities for Pakistani firms to connect with international buyers, explore new markets, and contribute to Pakistan’s export growth.”

Pakistan’s participation in the Big 5 Global event this year is aimed at boosting its presence in the regional construction supply chain and promoting export diversification at a time when the country is seeking to expand foreign exchange earnings.