Ahmad Shafiq, Founder and President of the Chefs’ Association of Pakistan (CAP), has taken a major step to strengthen Pakistan’s culinary presence on the global stage. During the Worldchefs Asia Presidents Forum 2025 held in Suzhou, China, he extended formal invitations to presidents of national chefs’ associations and international culinary leaders for the Pakistan International Culinary Championship 2026.
Promoting Pakistan’s Culinary Excellence Globally
At this high-profile forum featuring top chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality experts, Ahmad Shafiq invited global culinary bodies to join PICC 2026, Pakistan’s premier international culinary competition. Organized annually by the Chefs’ Association of Pakistan, the championship provides a prestigious platform for chefs to showcase their creativity, technical skills, and passion for gastronomy under Worldchefs standards.
Strengthening Global Culinary Relations
Through these invitations, CAP aims to build stronger international culinary ties and spotlight Pakistan as a hub of culinary innovation, cultural richness, and professional excellence. The upcoming Pakistan International Culinary Championship 2026 will feature live cooking competitions, international categories, and food exhibitions designed to encourage cultural exchange and global culinary collaboration.
Worldchefs Asia Presidents Forum 2025: A Global Culinary Gathering
Held alongside the 34th China Chefs Festival, the Worldchefs Asia Presidents Forum 2025 served as the ideal platform for Ahmad Shafiq’s announcement. The forum united culinary leaders from across Asia and beyond, reinforcing Pakistan’s growing role in the global gastronomy network.
Pakistan’s Expanding Role in Global Gastronomy
Ahmad Shafiq’s vision reflects the ongoing mission of the Chefs’ Association of Pakistan to connect chefs worldwide through education, innovation, and passion for the culinary arts. His outreach during the Suzhou forum marks another milestone in Pakistan’s journey toward becoming a culinary destination of global significance.
