Peshawar — WEXNET Peshawar was formally inaugurated on [date] in a high-profile ceremony, marking a significant step forward in promoting women-led entrepreneurship and export-oriented businesses in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and across Pakistan. The initiative was inaugurated by the Provincial Finance Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Muzammil Aslam, who reaffirmed the government’s commitment to inclusive economic growth and women’s economic empowerment.

The inauguration ceremony brought together a distinguished audience comprising women entrepreneurs, senior government officials, diplomats, representatives of chambers of commerce, development partners, and key stakeholders from the private sector. The strong participation highlighted growing national and international recognition of the role women-led enterprises play in strengthening Pakistan’s economy.

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WEXNET Peshawar features more than 120 women entrepreneurs from across Pakistan, representing a wide range of regions and business sectors. The exhibition showcases an extensive portfolio of high-quality products, including handicrafts, textiles, fashion apparel, jewelry, home décor items, food and agro-based products, cosmetics, lifestyle accessories, and other value-added goods. The displays reflect a blend of innovation, cultural heritage, craftsmanship, and entrepreneurial excellence.

Addressing the ceremony, Finance Minister Muzammil Aslam praised WEXNET for providing a dedicated platform that enables women entrepreneurs to connect with buyers, explore new markets, and scale their businesses. He emphasized that women’s economic participation is vital for sustainable development and inclusive prosperity, and commended the initiative for bringing together entrepreneurs from diverse provinces and backgrounds under one roof to promote collaboration and knowledge-sharing.

The Minister further stated that the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government remains focused on creating a conducive business environment through policy reforms, improved access to finance, skills development programs, and facilitation measures tailored to women-led small and medium enterprises. He encouraged participating entrepreneurs to leverage such platforms to enhance product standards, adopt innovation, and expand into export markets.

Women entrepreneurs participating in WEXNET Peshawar expressed optimism that the exhibition would unlock new opportunities for market access, brand visibility, and business expansion. Many exhibitors noted that the platform not only allows them to showcase their products but also facilitates direct engagement with potential buyers, investors, and business partners from within Pakistan and overseas.

Diplomats and international representatives attending the event appreciated the quality and diversity of products on display and expressed interest in exploring trade and collaboration opportunities with women-led businesses. They acknowledged the growing potential of Pakistani women entrepreneurs to integrate into global value chains and contribute positively to Pakistan’s international economic image.

Beyond the exhibition, WEXNET Peshawar also serves as a forum for dialogue, networking, and capacity-building, reinforcing its role as a catalyst for women’s entrepreneurship, export development, and inclusive economic growth in Pakistan.