Pakistan Embassy signs MoU with Florencio Varela
Municipality on Trade Cooperation with Argentina
Pak-Prism Report | Published July 4, 2026
Hassan Afzal Khan, ambassador of Pakistan to Argentina, accompanied by officers of the embassy, participated in the Pakistan–Florencio Varela Business Negotiation Round recently organized by the Municipality of Florencio Varela and the Ministry of Production of the Province of Buenos Aires.
In a press release, the embassy of Pakistan said that the delegation was warmly received by Mayor Andrés Watson and Secretary Ricardo de la Fuente. The event brought together provincial authorities, importers, business representatives, and companies from a wide range of sectors.
In the opening session, Ambassador Hassan appreciated the municipality’s initiative and highlighted the immense potential for Pakistan–Argentina cooperation in trade, investment, technology, and tourism. It was followed by a presentation by the embassy showcasing Pakistan’s trade and investment opportunities.
Addressing the participants, Mayor Andrés Watson highlighted Florencio Varela’s growing role as an industrial hub of the Province of Buenos Aires and expressed his interest in developing long-term commercial relations with Pakistan.
A major attraction of the event was the display of the Made-in-Pakistan FIFA World Cup Official Match Ball “TRIONDA”. The embassy also showcased promotional material for Pakistan’s export sectors, including brochures for the 4th FoodAg Exhibition 2026, to be organized by TDAP in Karachi from 23–26th November 2026, and invited Argentine food companies and importers to participate.
On the occasion, the embassy of Pakistan and the municipality of Florencio Varela signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on business and trade cooperation, signed by Ambassador Hassan Afzal Khan and Mayor Andrés Watson, reaffirming their shared commitment to strengthening institutional collaboration and promoting bilateral trade.
The subsequent business negotiation round facilitated productive B2B engagements with companies expressing interest in importing Pakistani textiles, fabrics, sports goods, food products, guar gum, and hosiery. The municipality also arranged visits to the industrial facilities of M/s Elemento and M/s ISI Argentina, providing valuable insights into the region’s industrial capabilities.
The event served as an excellent platform to showcase Pakistan’s economic potential, strengthen institutional linkages, and foster long-term business partnerships between Pakistan and Argentina.
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