Some 50,000 visitors will have thronged to the automobile show 2004 in Kathmandu by the time it ends this weekend. "This is the most appropriate forum for the automobile sector," says Bikash Chettri, chief executive of Global Exposition and Management Services (GEMS) and organiser of the event for the third time since it started in 1998. The five-day show, which started on 18 February, includes both national and international participants displaying both new and old models of four and two wheelers. On display are also vintage and classic cars. The show, also participated by Standard Chartered Bank, Nabil Bank and Union Finance, includes seminars hosted by international auto experts. It's also a chance for the banks to promote their car loans. "We are confident this show will help promote the automobile industry and market its services," says Chettri. GEMS also organises books exhibits, exteriors and interiors and lifestyle products in Nepal.