Pakistan’s exports hold steady at $5.11bn as textile sector leads growth

September 11, 2025 (MLN): Pakistan’s exports remained stable at $ 5.11 billion during the first two months of the current financial year 2025–26, with the textile and apparel sector recording a 10% growth, reaffirming its role as the backbone of the export economy.

The performance was reviewed in a high-level meeting chaired by the Minister for Commerce, attended by senior officials and representatives from relevant departments.

The meeting noted encouraging trends, including a 9% rise in exports to Africa and a 7% increase to South Asia, alongside stable trade with North America and the EU.

On the import side, the growth was attributed to higher demand for energy, raw materials and food items, signaling increased domestic economic activity.

The Minister emphasized that this trend creates opportunities for import substitution and investment under the Government’s “Make in Pakistan” initiative.

Key directions issued included diversification of export products and markets, promotion of non-traditional and high-value sectors, development of import substitution strategies and expediting value addition in textiles, agriculture, and manufacturing.

The Minister commended exporters for sustaining resilience and reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to supporting the business community, securing new markets and ensuring sustainable trade growth.

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