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The federal government has assured the textile industry of continued engagement and immediate attention to its key concerns, as senior ministers met representatives of the All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) in Islamabad.
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb, along with Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik, held discussions with the industry delegation at the Finance Division, focusing on rising costs, energy issues, and operational challenges faced by exporters.
During the meeting, the ministers acknowledged the textile sector’s central role in Pakistan’s economy, particularly its contribution to exports, employment, and industrial output. They reiterated that supporting the industry remains a priority within the government’s broader economic reform agenda.
The finance minister said the government is actively reviewing factors affecting the cost of doing business for export-oriented industries. He noted that energy affordability and reliability are among the key areas under consideration, adding that options are being examined in consultation with relevant ministries and stakeholders to improve efficiency while maintaining fiscal discipline.
Earlier, the APTMA delegation briefed the ministers on the current state of the textile sector, pointing to growing pressures from rising input costs and intensifying global competition. The industry representatives stressed that policy consistency, reasonable energy pricing, and timely resolution of operational issues are essential to sustain exports and protect jobs.
