More than 150 firms from Saudi Arabia and abroad will be taking part in the 27th edition of the Jeddah International Trade Fair 2015 which opens tomorrow (December  22).

The four-day event is being organised by Al Harithy Company for Exhibitions (ACE) under the patronage of the Jeddah Chamber.

Leading firms from China, Egypt, India, Pakistan, Indonesia, Malaysia and South Africa will be showcasing a wide range of products varying from clothing, textile, accessories to home décor and appliances and giftware at the trade fair.

The show caters to the specific needs of the Saudi market addressing the increasing demands of the local manufacturers leading to multi-million deals; an ideal platform for businessmen, traders, industrialists and entrepreneurs. ACE’s goal is to boost trade between the international and local business counterparts through these efforts.

“Jeddah International Trade Fair 2015 stands as an annual special international trading experience for traders and businessmen to make successful dealer and distributorships and joint ventures,” said Zahoor Siddique, the vice president of ACE.

He pointed out that Saudi traders were the biggest beneficiaries of this specialised multi-sectoral event that helps cater to the needs of the Saudis, expats and visitors.

Indicators prove that Saudi Arabia is the largest economy in the Gulf region and the Saudi retail market is expanding strongly due to the shift by consumers to modern retail outlets, opening the door for foreign investors, population growth, and the growth in incomes, he added.-TradeArabia News Service