Pakistan Textile Industry and EU Begin Talks on GSP+ Renewal Ahead of 2027
APTMA and the European Union have opened discussions on renewing Pakistan’s GSP+ trade facility, with reforms in human rights, labour and environment highlighted.
Pakistan Textile Exports Surge 43.13% To $1.81 Billion In July As Major Textile Categories Post Strong Growth
Pakistan’s textile group exports surged 43.13% month-on-month to $1.81 billion in July 2026, while textile imports reached $682.21 million, with knitwear, garments, bedwear and towels recording strong growth.
APTMA urge FBR to allow super tax adjustment against refunds for textile exporters
APTMA ask FBR to let textile exporters adjust super tax liabilities against pending refunds and pay remaining amount in instalments amid liquidity pressure.
APTMA Urges FBR to Act Against Grey Fabric Misdeclaration Under Export Facilitation Scheme
APTMA has asked the FBR to take immediate action against alleged misdeclaration of grey cotton fabric under the Export Facilitation Scheme, warning of revenue losses and risks to Pakistan’s domestic textile industry.
Pakistan Government Evaluates Energy Costs to Boost Textile Industry Exports
The Pakistani government is reviewing energy costs and operational factors affecting textile exporters, aiming to enhance competitiveness, sustainability, and growth within the ongoing economic reform framework.
Pakistan exporters face competitiveness challenges as business costs remain 34% higher than regional peers: PBF
The Pakistan Business Forum warns high energy tariffs, taxation, and currency volatility are eroding export competitiveness, urging policy reforms, tax rationalisation, and stable exchange rates to support industrial growth.