Srinagar, July 2 -- The Buyer-Seller Meet 2025 at SKICC, inaugurated by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, saw participation from over 100 sellers and buyers spanning seven countries and Indian states. This event is part of a broader strategy aimed at connecting Kashmir's artisans with the global market. For centuries, Kashmiri craftsmanship was not merely an economic activity; it was a cultural language spoken through Pashmina shawls, hand-knotted carpets and intricately carved walnut wood. These products were once directly linked to global markets through tourism and trade. As the Chief Minister pointed out, there was a time when the Valley's artisans did not need to participate in curated platforms-tourists would arrive, interact, and purch...