Pakistan Wins Hosting Rights for World Chefs Asia Presidents Forum 2026

Islamabad: Pakistan has won the hosting rights for the World Chefs Asia Presidents Forum 2026, marking the first time the country will host an international chefs’ conference of this scale.

According to Geo News, the announcement was made during the World Chefs Forum 2025 held in Suzhou, China, where Pakistan secured the hosting honor by defeating Malaysia in a close vote. Pakistan received 13 out of 21 votes, earning the right to host the prestigious culinary event.

The 2026 forum will be held in Islamabad and Lahore in October 2026, bringing together culinary leaders, chefs, and association presidents from across Asia.

Pakistan was represented by Ahmad Shafiq, Founder and President of the Chefs Association of Pakistan (CAP). He said that this achievement is a major success for Pakistan’s culinary industry, as it will promote international exposure and employment opportunities for Pakistani chefs.

Speaking to Geo News, Ahmad Shafiq said, “The decision in Pakistan’s favor is a great honor. Chefs and presidents from 21 Asian countries will visit Pakistan, which will strengthen our hospitality and culinary reputation globally.”

The World Chefs Asia Presidents Forum includes member countries such as China, Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, South Korea, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Macau, Malaysia, Singapore, Maldives, the Philippines, and Nepal, among others.

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