Import and export
Textile Industry Flags Misuse of Export Facilitation Scheme Harming Domestic Producers
The All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) has raised serious concerns over loopholes in the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS), claiming imported cotton fabric is undercutting…
Business Costs in Pakistan 34% Higher Than Regional Competitors
Running a business in Pakistan has become significantly costlier than in neighboring countries, according to recent research, pushing many aspiring entrepreneurs toward salaried jobs instead…
Pakistan Finalizes National Gemstones Policy to Boost Exports and Formalize Sector
Pakistan has finalized its National Gemstones Policy, a strategic move to unlock the country’s untapped gem potential and transform the industry into a competitive, export-oriented…
Pakistan’s services exports surge 16% to $3.03bn; imports increase 12% in July–October
Pakistan’s services trade gap increased to $1.16 billion in July–October, as fresh PBS data shows exports and imports growing simultaneously. The latest numbers highlight strong…
Pakistan’s November Trade Deficit Jumps 33% as Imports Rise and Exports Fall
Pakistan’s trade deficit surged nearly 33% year on year to $2.86 billion in November 2025, driven by a sharp decline in exports and a rise…
Pakistan, Japan Eye Growth in Auto, IT, and Exports
Pakistan and Japan have agreed to explore deeper industrial cooperation, focusing on automotive, IT, and export-led growth. Special Assistant to the Prime Minister for Industries…
