Pakistan

Boosting exports Legislators stress modern techniques

'Visionary policies are needed for increasing the country’s exports in coming years'

APP September 27, 2017

Container boxes are seen at a Port. PHOTO: REUTERS

ISLAMABAD: The Senate Standing Committee on Commerce and Textile stressed the need for modernisation of trade mechanism and introduction of best international practices for enhancing the country’s exports.

The committee meeting, held on Tuesday, was chaired by Senator Syed Shibli Faraz. The chairman urged the ministry to take steps to bring new trends in industries and exports after the emergence of fourth industrial revolution.

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The committee also asked for a briefing on the National Tariff Commission (NTC) in the next meeting to review the performance of the institution. “Visionary policies are needed for increasing the country’s exports in coming years,” said Faraz. “We need to observe the situation for ensuring long-term policies in this regard,” he added.

Published in The Express Tribune, September 27^th, 2017.

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