Troubled textile industry appeals for export incentives

Ghafoor
Ghafoor

After last week’s meeting between the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry and top business heads, the textile and clothing industry is expecting government to take swift action to alleviate the sector’s mounting problems.

The measures hoped for include action on export incentives, tendering system and release of permits for skilled foreign workers, amongst others.

Participants at the meeting indicated that the future of the embattled industry hangs in the balance if no action is taken to address the challenges bedevilling this sector.

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