Digital buyer journeys
What digital buyer journeys means for buyers and exhibitors in this sector.
Event overview
Overview
Health Asia & Pharma Asia is the largest annual health and medical industry event in Pakistan, showcasing innovations and advancements in healthcare.
The event will feature a wide range of exhibitors and is expected to attract over 70,000 visitors, including healthcare professionals, pharmaceutical companies, and government officials.
This UFI approved event will take place at the Lahore Expo Centre, providing a platform for networking and collaboration among industry stakeholders.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: Health Asia & Pharma Asia takes place from April 22 to 24, 2027, in Lahore, Pakistan.
- 2Scale and Focus: This is the largest health and medical industry event in Pakistan, featuring over 70,000 expected visitors.
- 3Organiser: The event is organized by Ecommerce Gateway Pakistan, a UFI approved event.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include healthcare professionals, pharmaceutical companies, and government officials.
- 5Entry: Registration is available online for visitors.
Why visit
Attendees will gain insights into the latest healthcare innovations and technologies, network with industry leaders, and explore business opportunities. This is the largest health and medical industry event in Pakistan, featuring over 70,000 expected visitors. Attendees include healthcare professionals, pharmaceutical companies,.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their products to a large audience, connect with potential buyers, and enhance their brand visibility in the healthcare sector. Participating in Health Asia & Pharma Asia can lead to valuable partnerships and increased sales. Meet qualified buyers and partners including Medical equipment manufacturers, Pharmaceutical companies, Healthcare service providers. Position your offer across medical devices and surgical instruments,.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Hospital procurement, purchase and biomedical engineering teams comparing imaging systems, theatre equipment, consumables and after-sales service contracts
Practising physicians and surgeons from cardiology, orthopaedics, radiology, oncology and critical care reviewing equipment for their departments
Medical device importers, dealers and regional distribution houses looking for new agency lines from foreign manufacturers
Laboratory directors, pathologists and biochemists sourcing IVD reagents, analysers and quality-control materials
Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical manufacturers plus contract packers evaluating production, filling and packaging machinery
Hospital groups, clinic chains and stand-alone diagnostic-lab operators assessing HMIS, EMR, telemedicine and billing software
Government health departments, public-sector hospitals and regulators involved in procurement, standards and device registration
Health insurers, third-party administrators and medical-tourism facilitators building treatment packages abroad
Medical and nursing students, residents and technicians attending the education and careers side of the show
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Medical device and surgical instrument manufacturers, including Pakistan's Sialkot surgical-instrument producers seeking export buyers
Diagnostic imaging suppliers offering X-ray, ultrasound, CT, MRI and mammography systems with service and training packages
IVD, laboratory and reagent companies presenting analysers, rapid tests and lab automation
Pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and herbal medicine manufacturers plus contract manufacturing organisations
Hospital furniture, ICU, ventilator and patient-monitoring equipment suppliers
Consumables, PPE, sterilization and infection-control suppliers
Dental, ophthalmic, ENT and orthopaedic implant and instrument distributors
Health IT, HMIS/EMR, telemedicine and medical-billing software vendors
Hospital groups, diagnostic chains and medical-tourism operators promoting treatment packages to international patients
Biomedical service, calibration, maintenance and installation contractors supporting installed equipment bases
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Surgical instruments and single-use theatre consumables, including stainless-steel instrument sets from the Sialkot manufacturing cluster
Diagnostic imaging: X-ray, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, CT, MRI and mammography systems
In-vitro diagnostics, reagents, analysers, rapid test kits and laboratory automation
Pharmaceutical manufacturing, filling, packaging and cleanroom equipment
Hospital furniture, ICU beds, ventilators, anaesthesia and patient-monitoring systems
Dental chairs, ophthalmic and ENT diagnostic equipment, and orthopaedic implants and power tools
PPE, sterilization units, medical waste handling and infection-control supplies
Health IT: HMIS/EMR platforms, telemedicine, PACS, billing and hospital revenue-cycle software
Physiotherapy, rehabilitation and home-care devices
Medical-tourism packages, hospital groups, diagnostic chains and clinical laboratory services
Location & Facilities
Venue
Lahore International Expo Centre
Lahore, Pakistan
Facilities
Parking
Lahore International Expo Centre in Lahore typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: No organiser parking tariff was found in the captures. The venue site is served by on-site and nearby commercial car parks; central Lahore hotels such as Avari and Park Lane advertise free parking for guests. Confirm event-day parking allocation with the organiser.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Lahore International Expo Centre for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Free registration
Who runs the show
Organisers
Ecommerce Gateway Pakistan, life sciences pharmaceutical research biotechnology, industry
Organiser
How the last edition performed
Previous edition
This edition
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Visitors: 70,000
Next edition
Not announced yet
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Lahore, Pakistan
Why it matters
On 2027-04-22 to 2027-04-24, Health Asia & Pharma Asia in Lahore covering Medical devices and surgical instruments, Pharmaceutical products and biotechnology, Healthcare IT solutions, Laboratory gives medical buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
Industry trends
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Sustainability in procurement
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Hybrid engagement models
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · PKR
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Allama Iqbal International Airport
Long-haul visitors typically connect through Gulf or Istanbul hubs (DXB, DOH, AUH, BAH, IST); the flight captures behind this listing show one-stop routings via Bahrain, Dubai and Istanbul. Domestic flights link Karachi and Islamabad. Confirm terminal and visa-on-arrival eligibility before booking
TBA
to venue
Approx. 30-60 minutes by taxi or ride-hailing depending on traffic; allow extra buffer in the morning peak and on Friday afternoons
by car
Islamabad International Airport
Use ISB only when it saves a connection or when you are combining the show with meetings in the capital; most Health Asia 2027 visitors will find LHE far more practical
TBA
to venue
Approx. 4-5 hours by hired car or coach on the motorway, excluding stops
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Hotel Grand Orchard
budget
Lahore4.9
USD 95–122 / night
Top guest rating in the Google Hotels search for 22-24 Apr 2027; hot tub and free parking listed. Night-rate band is an approximate USD anchor - confirm the PKR rate and cancellation terms at booking.
Panoramic Hotel - Mall Road Lahore
budget
Mall Road4.4
USD 95–122 / night
3-star on Mall Road; free cancellation and pet-friendly per the capture. Central location suits visitors who want walking-distance food and bank access. Approximate USD band; confirm the PKR rate.
Luxus Grand Hotel
upscale
Lahore4.4
USD 150–202 / night
5-star with pool and free parking, often used for hosted buyer and delegation stays; ask about meeting-room and airport-pickup packages. Approximate USD band; confirm the PKR rate.
Hotel One Gulberg, Lahore
midscale
Gulberg4.0
USD 150–190 / night
3-star in Gulberg with free cancellation and free parking; a practical base for exhibitor teams who want restaurants and pharmacies nearby. Approximate USD band; confirm the PKR rate.
Indigo Heights Hotel and Suites, Gulberg Lahore
midscale
Gulberg4.2
USD 150–190 / night
4-star suites hotel in Gulberg with spa and pool; suites work for small exhibiting teams sharing a base. Approximate USD band; confirm the PKR rate.
Park Lane Hotel
upscale
Lahore4.2
USD 150–202 / night
4-star with spa, pool and free parking; check whether a show shuttle or corporate rate is offered across 22-24 Apr 2027. Approximate USD band; confirm the PKR rate.
Hotel One The Mall, Lahore
midscale
The Mall4.1
USD 150–190 / night
3-star on The Mall with free cancellation and hot tub listed; convenient for central meetings and heritage-site visits after show hours. Approximate USD band; confirm the PKR rate.
Avari Hotel Lahore
upscale
Lahore4.8
USD 150–202 / night
Highest-rate 5-star in the capture with spa and pool; suited to delegations, hosted buyers and exhibitors hosting evening meetings. Approximate USD band; confirm the PKR rate and deposit policy.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Airport taxi (LHE to city)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forAllama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) to Lahore International Expo Centre
Use the airport taxi rank or book through the Careem or inDrive app; agree the fare or confirm the app meter before leaving the terminal and allow 30-60 minutes in peak traffic.
Lahore Metrobus
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forShahdara to Gajjumata corridor, 27 stations across the city
Cheapest way to cross Lahore north-south; the corridor does not serve the expo gate, so add a short rickshaw or taxi leg for the final connection.
Orange Line metro train
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forOrange Line metro corridor across Lahore
Part of the Punjab Masstransit Authority network alongside Metrobus and Speedo buses; useful for hotel-to-downtown movement before transferring by road to the venue.
Speedo bus
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forCitywide feeder routes into the metro and Metrobus corridors
Feeder service on lower-cost city routes; useful for the last mile from a metro stop if you are not carrying exhibition material.
Auto rickshaw (short hop)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forMetro or Metrobus stop to the expo gate, typically 3-5 km
Rickshaws are the fastest short-hop option in congestion but have no meter; fix the price before boarding and keep small notes.
Ride-hailing within the city
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forGulberg or The Mall hotels to the expo district
Careem and inDrive are the usual apps; request the ride 20-30 minutes before you need it during show opening and closing peaks, and match the plate number before getting in.
Hired car with driver (day rate)
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forFull-day city use for exhibitor teams and multi-hotel pickups
Sensible for delegations moving between hotels, the venue and evening meetings; agree overtime and waiting charges in writing before the first day.
Private car parking at the venue
Estimated costCost TBA
Best forOn-site parking at the Lahore expo venue
Arrive early on the opening morning as the main gate queue builds; keep the parking slip with your badge for exit checks.
Weather
Late April is late spring in Lahore and the show falls in the pre-monsoon window: expect hot, dry afternoons with highs commonly above 35 C, warm nights around 20-24 C, and dust or haze episodes rather than steady rain. Air quality is the bigger practical issue - the Open-Meteo air-quality pull for the venue area showed US AQI near 194 and PM2.5 around 65.9 micrograms per cubic metre at forecast time, which is unhealthy for sensitive groups. Plan indoor midday meetings, keep water on the stand, and check daily AQI advisories before outdoor site visits. All figures are approximate; re-check the forecast in the final week before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Pakistan's main mobile networks - Jazz, Zong, Telenor and Ufone - sell prepaid SIMs to foreign visitors at official stores and airport counters against a passport and, in practice, biometric verification; allow time for activation and confirm current registration rules on arrival. International roaming works in Lahore on most Gulf, European and Asian carriers but data can be expensive, so many exhibitors buy a local data bundle for the show week. Hotel and venue Wi-Fi is common but treat public networks as unsecured for payment and patient-data demos. Power is 220-240 V at 50 Hz with type C and D sockets, so bring a universal adapter and a surge protector for imaging or lab demo equipment. Confirm dedicated internet, static IP and bandwidth orders with the venue technical team if your stand relies on live software demos.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Modest dress and greetings
Lahore is a conservative city. Cover shoulders and knees in business and public settings, remove shoes at shrines and mosques, and offer a handshake only when the other person initiates it. English is widely used in business and hospital settings, while Urdu and Punjabi dominate on the street.
Prayer times and business rhythm
Meetings may pause for prayer, and the working week runs Monday to Friday with a shorter Saturday. Hospitals and distributors often schedule supplier meetings in the morning. Check in advance whether your travel window overlaps Ramadan or Eid; if it does, expect shorter office hours, adjusted restaurant service and heavier evening traffic.
Food, water and hospitality
Bottled water is standard for visitors and salad or ice from street vendors is best avoided. Local cuisine is spice-forward; evening hospitality in Gulberg and along The Mall is part of doing business here, and alcohol is heavily restricted, so plan dinners accordingly.
Security checks and photography
Expect bag scanners at hotels, malls and exhibition venues, and carry photo ID. Ask before photographing people, hospital interiors or sensitive sites, and avoid photographing military or government buildings. Keep a printed hotel address in Urdu to show drivers.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: LHE
Book the 22 April 2027 arrival early: the flight captures behind this listing show one-stop routings into Lahore via Gulf and Istanbul hubs, with London-Lahore fares from about PKR 189,174 on Gulf Air via Bahrain and PKR 227,077 via Istanbul, and New York-Lahore from about PKR 283,937 on Emirates via Dubai and PKR 284,656 via Istanbul over 22-26 Apr 2027. London fares were flagged as low versus the usual level for that search, so they may not hold. Allow at least 2-3 hours for connections, confirm through-baggage and the airline's rules for medical devices, lithium batteries or demo equipment, and keep a printed itinerary for arrival checks. Treat all fares as approximate sampling from a single search, not a quote.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE): Approx. 30-60 minutes by taxi or ride-hailing depending on traffic; allow extra buffer in the morning peak and on Friday afternoons; Islamabad International Airport (ISB): Approx. 4-5 hours by hired car or coach on the motorway, excluding stops. Allow road or rail time to Lahore International Expo Centre; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Lahore International Expo Centre: Lahore: Hotel Grand Orchard; Mall Road: Panoramic Hotel - Mall Road Lahore; Lahore: Luxus Grand Hotel.
Ride-hail: Careem and inDrive are the app-based options generally used by business visitors in Lahore, with taxi ranks at the airport as backup. Book 20-30 minutes ahead during show opening and closing peaks, match the number plate and driver name before getting in, and keep the trip in-app for price transparency. Pay by cash in small notes or by the card linked to the app - confirm which the driver accepts before departure. For late-night returns from evening events, use the app rather than street-hailing, and share your trip status with a colleague.
Public transit: Lahore's public network is cheap and extensive but oriented to commuters rather than exhibition traffic. The Metrobus runs the Shahdara-Gajjumata corridor with 27 stations, the Orange Line metro train crosses the city, and Speedo buses feed both. Fares are low - roughly PKR 30-60 for a metro or Metrobus journey, and less on feeder buses - but no line stops at the expo gate, so plan a short rickshaw or taxi leg from the nearest stop. For a three-day trade show with catalogues or equipment, budget for app-based taxis instead and treat public transit as a way to explore the city outside show hours.
Parking: On-site parking is available at the Lahore expo venue, with separate areas typically allocated for exhibitor freight, cars and VIP or delegation vehicles. Arrive well before the opening bell on 22 April 2027 because gate queues build quickly, keep your parking slip with your badge for exit checks, and confirm the daily rate, hall access and the freight-vehicle window with the venue or organiser before you travel. If you are driving yourself, ask the hotel whether secure overnight parking is included.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: April 2027 - late spring and pre-monsoon in Lahore
Temperature: Daytime highs typically in the mid-30s to low 40s C, with nights around 20-24 C. The captures behind this listing flagged afternoons above 35 C during the show window - treat the range as approximate and check the seven-day forecast before packing.
Seasonality: April is largely dry in Lahore and sits before the monsoon, which arrives in July. Rain is unlikely to disrupt the show, but dust, haze and poor air quality are common, and short pre-monsoon dust storms can reduce visibility. The same forecast pull showed US AQI near 194 and PM2.5 around 65.9 micrograms per cubic metre, so sensitive visitors should check daily advisories.
Packing: Pack light, breathable business wear in cotton or linen, and one modest layer for hospital visits, shrines and air-conditioned halls. Bring a good mask for hazy or high-AQI days, sunscreen, a refillable water bottle, oral rehydration sachets and a universal power adapter for 220-240 V type C and D sockets. Comfortable closed shoes help on concrete exhibition floors, and a light jacket is useful for cold air conditioning in the evening.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Health Asia & Pharma Asia usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
Day 1
T-14 days: Complete online visitor registration for Health Asia 2027 and check on health-asia.com whether any sessions or halls are trade-only or require a separate pass.
Day 2
T-13 days: Book flights into Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) with at least 2-3 hours of connection buffer via Gulf or Istanbul hubs.
Day 3
T-12 days: Reserve a hotel in Gulberg, The Mall or the expo district and ask in writing whether an airport pickup and a show shuttle are offered.
Day 4
T-11 days: Confirm the show venue, hall numbers and daily opening hours on the organiser site; record the gate you plan to use.
Day 5
T-10 days: Buy travel medical insurance that covers hospital treatment and evacuation, and note the emergency number.
Day 6
T-10 days: Install Careem and inDrive, save a screenshot of your hotel address in Urdu script for drivers, and download an offline Lahore map.; T-9 days: Check vaccination and health-entry requirements with a travel clinic, including any polio, yellow fever or routine booster advice for Pakistan.
Day 7
T-8 days: Build a target exhibitor list by hall - devices, diagnostics, pharma machinery and health IT - and pre-book meetings by email.
Day 8
T-7 days: If you plan to carry samples, instruments or demo kits, confirm Pakistan import and DRAP registration rules with your freight agent before packing.
Day 9
T-6 days: Check the 2027 Ramadan and Eid calendar for your travel window and adjust meeting hours, restaurant plans and traffic expectations.
Day 10
T-5 days: Arrange payment: some Pakistani hotels and vendors prefer local cards or cash; keep small PKR notes for rickshaws and parking.
Day 11
T-4 days: Print your badge QR, hotel confirmation and insurance certificate, and pack modest business dress for hospital or factory visits.
Day 12
T-14 days: Confirm your Pakistan visa or e-visa status, print the approval, and carry the organiser invitation letter if one was issued for a business visit.; T-2 days: Review the Lahore heat and air-quality forecast, pack a mask for hazy days, and plan indoor midday meetings.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at the venue
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Health Asia & Pharma Asia registration concourse
the venue
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
the venue
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsPKR 190
- Per diem × 2PKR 150
Estimated totalPKR 340
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Health Asia & Pharma Asia fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For Health Asia & Pharma Asia, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Medical devices and surgical instruments and Pharmaceutical products and biotech solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Health Asia & Pharma Asia in Lahore.
Min. budget
$554.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Medical devices and surgical instruments and Pharmaceutical products and biotech products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,493.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Lahore show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
How do I get from Allama Iqbal International Airport to the Lahore Expo Centre?
Take a Careem or airport taxi from LHE; the trip to the Johar Town venue area is a straightforward road journey, typically around PKR 800-1,500 - confirm the fare in the app. Metrobus and the Orange Line serve the city but need a short taxi or rickshaw leg to reach the Expo Centre.
Where should I stay for Health Asia in Lahore?
Business travellers commonly base in Gulberg (Hotel One Gulberg, Indigo Heights) or on The Mall, with full-service options such as Avari and Park Lane for delegations. Google Hotels lead-in rates for the 22-24 April 2027 stay ranged from about INR 2,194 to INR 17,557 per night.
What is the weather like in Lahore in late April?
Hot and largely dry, with daytime highs often above 35 C, warm nights and occasional dust or haze. Air quality can be poor, so check daily AQI advisories and pack a mask, light clothing and water.
Do I need a visa to attend Health Asia in Pakistan?
Yes for most nationalities: apply for a Pakistan business or visit visa before travel and ask the organiser about an invitation letter. Rules vary by passport, so verify with the nearest Pakistan mission.
Which airport serves Lahore for Health Asia?
Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE) is the city's main gateway. Flights from London and New York on the show dates connected via Gulf or Istanbul hubs, with economy fares captured from about PKR 189,174 (London) and PKR 283,937 (New York).
Is public transport available to the Lahore International Expo Centre?
Lahore Metrobus, the Orange Line metro and Speedo buses cover the city at low fares (roughly PKR 30-40), but none stop at the venue gate - plan a short taxi or rickshaw connection from the nearest stop.
Glossary
- LHE
- IATA code for Allama Iqbal International Airport, the main international gateway to Lahore.
- Lahore International Expo Centre
- The purpose-built exhibition venue in Johar Town, Lahore, hosting Health Asia alongside co-located healthcare events.
- Metrobus
- Lahore's dedicated bus rapid transit corridor running Shahdara to Gajjumata with 27 stations.
- Orange Line
- Lahore's metro train line operated under the Punjab Masstransit Authority.
- Careem
- Ride-hailing app widely used in Lahore for airport and city trips.
- PKR
- Pakistani rupee, the local currency for hotel, transport and on-site costs.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Health Asia & Pharma Asia 2027
- Health Asia & Pharma Asia Lahore 2027
- Health Asia 2027
- Health Asia Lahore 2027
- Lahore Pakistan
- Medical devices and surgical instruments
- Pharmaceutical products and biotechnology
- Healthcare IT solutions
- Laboratory and diagnostic equipment
- Trade show B2B Trade Expo Lahore
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