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Event was hosted by Mr. Adnan Hafeez, founder of the Royal Rovers.<br \/>\nIn his remarks, the Minister emphasized the idea of Fashion Tourism as a key component of the creative economy and a strategic tool for cultural diplomacy and tourism promotion.<br \/>\nHe appreciated the initiative for creating a scalable platform that empowers emerging talent, enhances international engagement, and strengthens Pakistan\u2019s positioning in the global fashion tourism value chain.<br \/>\nOrganized under the flagship of Royal Rovers, the festival aims to drive cross-border collaboration, youth entrepreneurship, participation of institutions and textile designing innovation.<br \/>\nThe logo was conceptualized and designed by the students of National Textile University Faisalabad, acknowledging contributions from Dr. Zafar Javed and the university\u2019s faculty and students.<br \/>\nThe ISLOO International Fashion Festival is expected to convene designers, creative entrepreneurs, and investors from Pakistan and abroad, positioning Islamabad as an emerging regional hub for fashion Tourism.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLOO International Fashion Tourism Festival Islamabad Logo of the ISLOO International Fashion Tourism Festival \u2013 2026 was officially unveiled at a high-profile ceremony attended by diplomats, industry stakeholders, designers, and members of the creative sector. 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