Challenges in Pakistani mango export
Pakistan is the 5th largest producer and 8th largest exporter of mango in the world (FAO, 2011). The main mango growing districts in the Punjab province are Multan, Bahawalpur, Muzzaffargarh…
Navigating EU’s digital mandate
The European Union (EU) is reaffirming its dedication to sustainability and transparency by enacting the Eco-design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). This significant regulation mandates the introduction of Digital Product…
Pakistan’s carbon trade test
The European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is poised to reshape its international trade dynamics by introducing a carbon price on imports of specific goods. This measure is designed…
We just can’t compete
Distortions caused by a distraught policy landscape — from high energy costs to an industry-wide liquidity crisis — have made it next to impossible for Pakistani exporters to compete in…
India’s rice export ban: opportunities for Pakistan
The world’s top rice exporter, India, banned the export of non-basmati white rice to control their rising domestic food costs and guarantee the availability of enough domestic supplies at reasonable…
A case for restoration of zero rating
Exports remained largely stagnant from 2012 to 2018, while regional competitors witnessed commendable export growth rates that strengthened their economies considerably. Our inward-oriented trade policies served as a substantial roadblock…
Resetting foreign economic relations : Part I
The 2021 National Security Policy has made geo-economics its main pivot. It is therefore essential to look in a coherent and comprehensive manner how Pakistan’s economic relations with other nations…
Resetting foreign economic relations : Part – II
China: there are several areas where the ongoing cooperation between Pakistan and China should be continued but at least three areas need to be focused for accelerated implementation. These are:…
Snap elections can help arrest economic slide
The economy is dangerously slowing down. At this point, the effects of administrative measures to apply brakes on the imports are evident. The wider impact of inflation in demand destruction…
Achieving ‘$50bn’ textile exports in 4 years
Pakistan’s textile industry is on an upward trajectory with the addition of $500 million per month through incremental capacity. This has been enabled through TERF (temporary economic refinance facility) and…
