The Minister confirmed the importance of trade fairs in boosting the commercial sector and promoting prices competition. In addition, it motivates businesses to provide better and various consumer goods in high quality and competitive prices.
Dr. Fakhro also reiterated the ministry’s support for Autumn Fair, as one of the most important trade fairs enjoyed by citizens and visitors, pointing out that the ministry is looking forward for greater involvement of international trades and also allow Bahraini traders to participate to add value to the Kingdom’s exhibition industry sector, especially fairs which attracts a large number of people.
Around 700 exhibitors from 17 countries worldwide will be participating in the fair, where the minister reiterated his emphasis on the importance of such exhibitions and events in revitalizing market movement and supporting the national economy.
The fair plays a crucial role in attracting international investment and enhancing the kingdom’s economic status as a hub for exhibitions and conferences.
Autumn fair is held on estimated area of 15.000 square metres and includes a wide range of products such as furniture, clothes, food, cosmetics, carpets, perfumes, electrical goods, handicrafts, toys, novelties and much more.
Craftsmen and productive families from Bahrain, backed by the Ministry of Industry and Commerce will also be present at the event.
The autumn fair, which continues until the second of February 2012, is expected to attract large number of shoppers and exhibitors.