PM Stresses Measures To Boost Exports, Accelerate Economic Growth
ISLAMABAD, (APP – UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News – 15th Sep, 2026) Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday directed that increasing exports should be made the foundation of the country’s economic growth and that, alongside traditional sectors, more sectors should also be prepared for exports to international markets.
Review Meeting on Exports and Economic Growth
Chairing a review meeting on improving the country’s exports and accelerating the pace of economic growth, the prime minister stressed the need to involve the maximum number of sectors and industries in export activities to diversify trade.
He directed that effective measures should be taken to bring the quality of Pakistani products in line with international standards, strengthen quality assurance systems and ensure full compliance with international standards and regulations.
Value Addition and Competitiveness
The prime minister emphasized giving special attention to value addition in exports to enhance both the value and competitiveness of Pakistani products in global markets. He directed the promotion of modern technology, research, and innovation for export-oriented industries.
He said full advantage should be taken of digitalization and modern technology to bring the national economy in line with contemporary requirements.
Removing Administrative Hurdles
The prime minister directed that administrative and business hurdles faced by exporters be removed and the export process made easier, faster, and more transparent.
Strategic Roadmap Implementation
The meeting was briefed on progress in the implementation of the strategic roadmap approved for the promotion of exports. Various proposals regarding access to new international markets, diversification of export sectors, improvement in product quality, and ease of doing business were also reviewed.
Global Competitiveness Improvement
The meeting held a detailed discussion on improving the global competitiveness of export sectors. It was informed that steps were being taken to conclude free trade agreements and preferential trade arrangements with several friendly countries to enhance access of Pakistani products to international markets.
Horticultural Products and Medical Equipment Exports
It was further briefed that participation of Pakistani exporters in tenders and procurement processes of international hospitals was being encouraged to increase exports of Pakistani surgical and medical equipment. Measures were also taken to include Pakistani horticultural products in the country’s exports.
Exhibitions and Intellectual Property Alignment
The meeting was informed that exhibitions, including TEXPO, Health Engineering and Minerals Show, food and Agriculture (FoodAg) exhibitions, and other sector-specific events, were being organized in different cities of the country to introduce Pakistani products to global companies. Work was underway to align intellectual property laws with contemporary requirements to promote innovation in exports.
