Govt identifies agriculture, textiles and IT as key sectors to drive export-led growth

The government has placed agriculture, textiles and information technology at the centre of a proposed export-led growth strategy, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Privatization Muhammad Ali said at the CEO Summit. Mettis Global, citing APP, reported that the TRUST framework would focus on areas where Pakistan has existing strengths, global demand and potential to create jobs and earn foreign exchange.

Proposals include raising farm productivity and expanding storage, processing and higher-value exports, while textiles would shift toward finished clothing, brands and technical fabrics. For IT and digital services, the plan highlights stronger organisation and digital skills; the adviser also called for reforms in energy, taxation and state-owned enterprises, including greater private-sector involvement in energy management. He cited policy continuity and lessons from China, South Korea, Vietnam and Bangladesh, and said resilience is needed after the economic strains of 2022 and 2023.