AFACERI.RO TRADE MISSION PAKISTAN, BANGLADESH, & BHUTAN 2026

5 - 16 August 2026

Designed for..

  • Entrepreneurs, executives, and export managers seeking opportunities in South Asia.
  • Investors and consultants exploring green and digital transformation.
  • Representatives of clusters, chambers, and innovation networks.
  • Educators and professionals interested in sustainable development models.
  • Cultural and social innovators inspired by Asian business ecosystems.

Benefits

  • Build strategic partnerships and business links in emerging Asian markets.
  • Gain first-hand insights into sustainability, innovation, and trade policy.
  • Connect with entrepreneurs, institutions, and investors from multiple sectors.
  • Broaden your global mindset through immersive cultural experiences.
  • Return with practical knowledge, new contacts, and actionable business leads.

Landmarks

  • Lahore (Pakistan): the cultural and industrial heart of Punjab.
  • Dhaka (Bangladesh): vibrant hub of textile and tech innovation.
  • Thimphu & Paro (Bhutan): living models of sustainability and Gross National Happiness.
  • Kartarpur, Harappa, and Taktsang Monastery — unique heritage and learning sites.
  • Modern business zones, tech parks, and cultural landmarks across South Asia.

TRADE MISSION AFACERI.RO PAKISTAN, BANGLADESH, BHUTAN 2026*

*The agenda is subjective to change

Day 1

Travel to Pakistan

  • Flight Romania - Pakistan.
  • Arrival in Lahore, transfer to hotel & check-in.
  • Rest & short orientation walk in old Lahore.
  • Evening networking dinner with local entrepreneurs.

Day 2

Lahore, Pakistan

  • Country briefing: Economic and Business Environment in Pakistan.
  • B2B meetings and study visits (TBC).
  • Visits to Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Fort, and Wazir Khan Mosque.
  • Business training (on the road): Market entry & intercultural negotiation in South Asia.
  • Evening: Networking dinner in Food Street with local business leaders.

Day 3

Kartarpur, Pakistan

  • Day trip to Kartarpur Corridor.
  • Learn about religious tourism and regional economic cooperation.
  • Study visit (TBC): CSR and community entrepreneurship project.
  • Return to Lahore in the evening.
  • Group debrief and discussion.

Day 4

Harappa, Pakistan

  • Day trip to Harappa Archaeological Site, exploring the Indus Valley civilisation.
  • Business training session: Design Thinking for Emerging Markets.
  • Return to Lahore in the evening and prepare for flight to Dhaka.

 

Day 5

Arrive in Bangladesh

  • Flight Lahore → Dhaka.
  • Arrival and hotel check-in.
  • Orientation meeting (TBC) with Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA).
  • Evening networking dinner.

Day 6

Dhaka, Bangladesh

  • B2B meetings and study visits (TBC).
  • Visit to Dhaka Export Processing Zone or ICT Park.
  • Business training session (on the road).
  • Evening river cruise networking dinner.

Day 7

Dhaka, Bangladesh

  • Business meetings & study visit: university innovation center or accelerator (TBC).
  • Business training session.
  • Evening flight briefing for Bhutan transfer.

Day 8

Arrival in Bhutan

  • Flight Dhaka → Paro.
  • Scenic arrival over the Himalayas and transfer to Thimphu (~1.5 h).
  • Visits to Buddha Dordenma and National Memorial Chorten.
  • Evening networking dinner.

Day 9

Thimphu, Bhutan

  • Institutional visits to Gross National Happiness Commission and Ministry of Industry & Commerce (TBC).
  • Study visits & business meetings (TBC).
  • Visits to Pangri Zampa Monastery and Motithang Takin Preserve.
  • Business training (on the road): Leading with purpose – Lessons from the GNH Model.

Day 10

Paro, Bhutan

  • Transfer to Paro Valley.
  • Visits to Jangtsa Dumtseg Lhakhang, Kyichu Lhakhang, and Paro Dzong.
  • B2B meetings (TBC) with tourism and creative enterprises.
  • Evening free for networking or cultural activities.

Day 11

Paro, Bhutan

  • Morning hike to Tiger’s Nest (Taktsang Monastery).
  • Lunch overlooking Paro Valley.
  • Group reflection session and feedback round.
  • Farewell dinner with Bhutanese cuisine and cultural performance.

Day 12

Return to Romania

  • Transfer to the airport.
  • International flight to Romania.
  • End of trade mission.

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