It gives me immense pleasure to witness yet another splendid edition of IDEAS-2014, the region's leading exhibition and seminar. I am grateful to the delegates, exhibitors and trade visitors, from all over the world, for their presence at this auspicious occasion. I hope that their stay in Pakistan would be professionally rewarding.
IDEAS-2014 is 8th in the series of defence exhibitions held biennially in Pakistan. I would like to appreciate the relentless efforts and hard work of all the Federal and Provincial agencies, involved in conducting IDEAS, particularly DEPO for co-ordinating and executing this major undertaking. I would also like to commend the efforts put in by Badar Expo Solutions with earnest devotion and zeal in managing this event.
Pakistan's defence industry is not only producing modern weapons and their platforms, but also has a tremendous capacity of manufacturing components of major defence systems. Throughout the years, it has continued to expand its capacity, improve its facilities and upgrade its technology. It is not only in a position to meet most of the requirements of its Armed Forces, but also of its friendly business partners all around the globe. IDEAS provides a great opportunity to the developed world to enter into joint ventures and other collaborative arrangements with Pakistan's defence industry. This will not only prove to be mutually rewarding, but would also enhance strong bonds of trust and communication amongst friendly countries.
I feel proud by seeing the international recognition, which IDEAS has achieved.
I sincerely hope that this platform continues to serve as a gateway of opportunities to its participants and wish them a very pleasant, comfortable and a memorable stay in Pakistan.
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