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Evaluation of Export Sector of Pakistan; Policies, Regulations and Practices

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The export sector plays a crucial role in Pakistan’s economy, driving GDP, industrial growth, and foreign exchange revenues. However, Pakistan’s export performance faces significant challenges, including over-reliance on textiles, insufficient diversification, and structural inefficiencies. This paper explores the factors limiting growth, such as regulatory bottlenecks, poor infrastructure, and limited value addition. It identifies promising sectors like IT, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture-based products, which could boost export revenues if developed effectively. To overcome these challenges, a comprehensive policy framework focused on export diversification, infrastructure improvement, and market expansion is necessary. The paper offers actionable recommendations, drawing on international best practices, to modernize Pakistan’s export sector, enhance competitiveness, and foster sustainable economic growth. The findings highlight the importance of strategic interventions to transform the sector into a key driver of economic development.

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  • muhammad islam, Muqeem, 2025. "Evaluation of Export Sector of Pakistan; Policies, Regulations and Practices," MPRA Paper 124839, University Library of Munich, Germany, revised 2025.
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    1. Maha Khan & Uzma Afzal, 2016. "The Diversification and Sophistication of Pakistan’s Exports: The Need for Structural Transformation," Lahore Journal of Economics, Department of Economics, The Lahore School of Economics, vol. 21(Special E), pages 99-127, September.
    2. Reda Cherif & Fuad Hasanov, 2024. "The Pitfalls of Protectionism: Import Substitution vs. Export-Oriented Industrial Policy," Journal of Industry, Competition and Trade, Springer, vol. 24(1), pages 1-34, December.
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    Keywords

    Export Diversification; Industrial Growth; Pakistan Economy; Policy Framework; Trade Competitiveness.;
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    JEL classification:

    • O1 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - Economic Development

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