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Pakistan’s total exports of creative & cultural goods have increased from $60 million in 2004 to $437 million in 2013

UAF VC says policy being devised to control the crisis

Punjab chapter says its industries are paying higher tariff

These policy measures include the elimination of customs duty on cotton from January 2017

Pakistan also enjoys the GSP package along with 129 countries

IMF chief has pointed out that Pakistan’s exports account for a mere 10 per cent of the GDP

ECC is expected to take up the matter for approval this week

Rising imports, falling exports, faltering remittances contribute to deficit

Outlines pending decisions that have made matters worse

First quarter saw 9% decline in country’s exports, 29% rise in trade deficit

Tourism experts discuss Sindh as a likely hot-spot for travellers

Have got Rs10b export subsidy during the rule of current government

Says lack of information, mutual understanding among reasons for low trade volume

Increases capacity, expands from one small to four big manufacturing units

Country’s textile exports fell to $12.46b in FY16, down 7.42% compared to previous year

Bilateral trade will increase to $1 billion from existing $390 million

Chairman says premier looking to cut power tariffs for industries

Pakistan’s exports have been declining for a while and the BOT with most countries is tilted in favour of the other

Exporting firms were found to have 150% higher output, double labour productivity

Association underlines need to strengthen relations with China, Indonesia; exempting rice machinery from tax

Statement comes a day after trade data showed plunge in exports

Exports as percentage of GDP fell from 14% in 2011 to 11% in 2015

Imports of iron, steel scrap and power generators rise past $1b

Former argues both sides should share the subsidy equally

First Six Months Of 2016: German arms exports rise to €4.03b

Textile and auto sectors will be impacted in the near term, negotiations will determine way forward, say stakeholders

US officials say there is need to enhance innovation, farming practices

Govt expects only 10.7% rise in exports, way short of the required pace

High import tariff key concern, TFA provisions could help Pakistan reduce trade costs by 13%

A major reason behind the fall in exports is said to be the absence of an enabling environment for businesses

Increasing exports by assigning an ambitious target will be a very difficult task to accomplish

UAF Vice Chancellor Iqrar Ahmad Khan said Muslims made up 24 per cent of the world population

The textile industry could diversify its product portfolio by exploring new markets such as Africa and Russia

Commerce minister winds up NA debate within five minutes

PFVA chairman believes $80 million could be earned by developing banking links

Will analyse data to determine actual cotton yarn consumption

By effectively utilising the FTA, exports could be increased to $500 million

Minister says such rumours only benefit certain middlemen

The eggs taken from the wild would be sent to crocodile farms for incubation

To give a boost to production, research, value addition and exports

Pakistan needs to diversify its exports, not just blame global slowdown

Drop in exports reflects govt’s reluctance to consult industry

Vital engine of growth not facilitated with right policies

EU should realise steps aimed at fighting terrorism

Exports amount to $6.88b in four-month period, deficit now stands at $7.7b

Will seek approval of prime minister shortly

PASDEC would also exhibit marble and granite and marble mosaic products in the event

Pakistan’s trade offices in European countries could help overcome this problem by coordinating

Traders have sought restrictions on Indian imports for Pakistani products to maintain stranglehold on domestic market

He said modern agriculture methods and practices were of vital importance not only for the country but also for grower