The expo officially opened on April 3, 2026, and was inaugurated by the Governor of Karachi, Nehal Hashmi, alongside Rwanda’s High Commissioner to Pakistan, Fatou Harelimana, and other officials.
The event has brought together major international tourism stakeholders as well as local Pakistani companies, with the aim of strengthening partnerships and promoting the development of the tourism sector.
At the exhibition, Rwanda is showcasing its top tourist destinations and positioning itself as an attractive hub for investment and business in Africa.
Visitors to the Rwandan stall are being introduced to some of the country’s most iconic sites, including Nyungwe National Park, Akagera National Park, and Lake Kivu, among others.
Several high-profile Pakistani officials, including Sardar Yasir Ilyas, National Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Tourism, and Aftab ur Rehman Rana, Director of Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation, visited Rwanda’s stand.
According to the High Commission of Rwanda in Pakistan, the officials expressed appreciation for Rwanda’s progress in the tourism sector and showed strong interest in the country’s business and investment opportunities.
This expo is considered the largest tourism event in Pakistan, bringing together key players such as tour operators, airlines, hotels, and other stakeholders in the travel industry.
In 2024, Rwanda generated $647 million in revenue from tourism, underlining the sector’s growing contribution to the national economy.
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