Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed key federal ministers to personally engage with exporters across the country, reaffirming the government’s commitment to strengthening Pakistan’s export sector. The move reflects growing urgency within the government to accelerate exports as a core driver of economic growth.
According to reports, the prime minister stated that providing maximum facilitation to businessmen and exporters remains a top government priority. He emphasized that sustainable economic development is not possible without a strong and competitive export base.
Chairing a meeting in Lahore on Saturday, PM Shehbaz said that increasing exports is inevitable for stabilizing the economy and improving foreign exchange inflows. He noted that exporters play a critical role in supporting national economic resilience, especially during challenging global conditions.
The prime minister highlighted the importance of small and medium-sized enterprises in boosting exports and creating employment opportunities. He said SMEs form the backbone of industrial activity and must be supported through targeted policies, improved access to finance, and reduced regulatory hurdles.
To ensure direct engagement with stakeholders, PM Shehbaz instructed the federal ministers for commerce, industries and production, and national food security to visit exporters in major industrial and commercial cities. He stressed that on-ground interaction is essential to understand real challenges faced by exporters and to develop practical solutions.
Shehbaz Sharif underlined the need for stronger coordination between the federal government and provinces to promote sectors linked with industry and trade. He specifically pointed to the cold chain network as a vital area requiring attention, particularly for agricultural and food exports.
The prime minister said improved cold chain infrastructure would help reduce post-harvest losses, improve product quality, and enhance Pakistan’s competitiveness in international markets. He added that agriculture-based exports hold significant untapped potential if supported with modern logistics and processing facilities.
During the meeting, the prime minister was briefed on export and import performance recorded so far in the fiscal year 2025–2026. Officials shared updates on trade trends, sectoral performance, and challenges affecting export growth.
PM Shehbaz reiterated that the government is actively working to create a business-friendly environment. He said policy continuity, timely refunds, energy availability, and simplified procedures are essential to help exporters expand production and access new markets.
He assured that feedback from exporters would be incorporated into policy decisions to ensure that government measures translate into real improvements on the ground. The prime minister emphasized that export-led growth remains central to the government’s economic strategy.
The directive signals a renewed push to strengthen collaboration between policymakers and the business community, as Pakistan looks to expand its exports, support industry, and generate employment through sustained economic activity.
