64 exporters to join overseas exhibitions

64 exporters to join overseas exhibitions

JAKARTA (JP): A total of 64 Indonesian exporters will
participate in the Bologna International Trade Fair in Italy,
Unitrex '96 in Rotterdam and the International Houseware Show in
Tokyo this month.

The National Agency for Export Development said in a statement
yesterday that Indonesia is honored as a "guest country" at the
Bologna fair, which will run from June 7 through June 16.

Forty six Indonesian exporters will occupy 1,000 square meters
to exhibit at the fair.

Their products include handicrafts, rattan-based and wood-
based furniture, garments, toys and traditional cosmetics.

"Indonesian exhibitors will also present cultural shows,
including traditional music and beauty shows, every night on an
open stage," the statement said.

State Minister of Investment Sanyoto Sastrowardoyo is expected
to be present at the fair and lead a panel discussion on
investment in Indonesia.

At Unitrex '96, from June 5 through June 8, Indonesia will be
represented by eight exporters of marble products, furniture,
toys, garments, fishery products and handicrafts.

Meanwhile, 10 exporters will take part in the International
Houseware Show from June 19 through June 21. Their participation
is sponsored by the Japan External Trade Organization.

The statement explained that the agency, which is affiliated
to the Ministry of Industry and Trade, will sponsor trade
promotions at 53 exhibitions in 25 countries this 1996/1997
fiscal year.

The largest exhibitions at which Indonesia will participate
are in Dubai and New York. The country will send some 100
exhibitors to each. (rid)