Pakistan’s exports have remained steady at $5.11 billion during the first two months of FY26, despite facing a difficult global trade environment, according to the Ministry of Commerce.
The development was shared during a high-level review meeting of the country’s trade performance for July and August 2025. The ministry said the textile and apparel sector continued to anchor export activity, recording a 10% increase and reaffirming its role as the backbone of Pakistan’s economy.
Encouraging growth was also seen in regional markets, with exports to Africa rising by 9% and to South Asia by 7%. Meanwhile, shipments to North America and the European Union maintained stable levels. The ministry noted these gains highlighted efforts to expand into new destinations while strengthening traditional markets.
The meeting observed that imports were driven mainly by higher demand for energy, raw materials, and food products, reflecting increased domestic economic activity. The commerce minister pointed out that such trends presented opportunities for investment in local industries under the government’s ‘Make in Pakistan’ initiative, particularly in areas of import substitution.
The minister directed officials to broaden the range of export products, targeting high-value and non-traditional sectors, while also accelerating strategies to reduce dependence on food and energy imports. He further stressed the need to enhance competitiveness, boost value addition in textiles, agriculture, and manufacturing, and improve Pakistan’s integration into global value chains.
Commending exporters for their resilience, Commerce Minister Jam Kamal reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting the business community, securing new market access, and sustaining long-term trade growth.
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