KALIBO, Aklan (PIA) -- The province of Aklan is holding its second "Hinuguran It Akeanon" trade fair as one of the major events for the celebration of the 68th founding anniversary of the province, which is commonly known as Aklan Day.

This will be staged at the Aklan Trade Hall at the Provincial Capitol Grounds, Estancia, Kalibo, Aklan from April 17 to 27.

According to Department of Trade and Industry OIC-Provincial Director Romel L. Amihan,  the trade fair showcases various products celebrating the ingenuity and craftsmanship of Aklan micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), hence the term Hinuguran It Akeanon, which means the product of Aklanons’ hard work.

The event also features and introduces new products made of piña fiber, abaca, nito, and coconut.

Six institutional buyers were invited by DTI to grace the event, which will open more opportunities for Aklanon MSMEs.

This trade and marketing event is an initiative of the DTI-Aklan in partnership with the Provincial Government of Aklan, DTI-Bureau of Domestic Trade Promotion, Provincial Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise Development Council, Philippine Fiber Industry Development Authority,  Hugod Aklanon Producers Association, Inc., and Aklan Fashion Designers Association (AFDA). (AGP/SQP/PIA Aklan)