April 5, Minsk /BELTA correspondent/. The Vitebsk branch of the Belarusian Chamber of Commerce and Industry is organising a business visit of representatives of Belarusian companies to Milan (Italy), which will take place from April 19 to 23. This was reported to a BELTA correspondent by the Vitebsk branch of the BelCCI. The main purpose of the visit is to attend the international specialised exhibition "Salone Internazionale Del Mobile-2012" ("Milan Furniture Fair - 2012"). This forum is an event of exceptional importance for European furniture makers, as it is here that fashion is set and furniture market trends for the following year are determined. The exhibition will feature a wide range of furniture for kitchens and gardens, children's furniture, furniture accessories, equipment for hotels and homes. In addition, the Belarusian delegation will familiarise itself in detail with modern furniture production and assembly technologies. Thus, representatives of Belarusian business circles will be able to study global furniture market trends, exchange experience, and improve their qualifications. Furthermore, business meetings and negotiations are planned to attract investment, establish new partnerships, and foster mutually beneficial cooperation. Last year, 1,283 exhibitors presented their products at the furniture fair, and the exhibition was attended by 282,483 visitors, including 177,964 representatives from over 100 foreign countries. -0-

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