Industry representatives from the Pakistan Textile Council have issued an urgent warning regarding the growing pressure on the country’s textile sector. The Council identifies a combination of high taxation, spiraling energy costs, and domestic cotton shortages as the primary drivers eroding the export competitiveness of Pakistani textiles.
According to the industry body, these operational headwinds are disproportionately affecting local manufacturers compared to regional competitors. The Council cautions that without significant policy adjustments to reduce the cost of production and secure raw material supply chains, Pakistan risks losing further ground in international markets.
