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PTC seeks final tax status for export levy

While welcoming the federal budget 2026-27 and terming it business-friendly, the Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has proposed that the combined levy of 1.25 percent on exports be treated as a full and final discharge of income tax liability for exporters.
June 15, 2026 

Textile body welcomes FY27 budget measures, seeks final tax regime for exporters

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has welcomed the government’s business and export-oriented measures announced in the Finance Bill 2026-27, describing them as a positive step toward boosting investment confidence, improving competitiveness and supporting export-led economic growth.
June 14, 2026  

ARY News Budget Special with Kamran Khan: PTC Chairman on structural bottlenecks

In ARY News’ special transmission on Pakistan’s Federal Budget 2026–27, Kamran Khan and a panel of business and economic leaders examine the budget’s impact on taxation, investment, exports and industrial growth. Representing the Pakistan Textile Council, Chairman Fawad Anwar highlights the textile sector’s concerns, including high energy and financing costs, export competitiveness, policy stability and the need to protect jobs in Pakistan’s largest export-oriented industry.
June 11, 2026 

PTC seeks 10-year fixed-rate financing, tax relief for exporters in budget

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has urged the government to introduce a 10-year fixed-rate financing facility for industrial investment, restore the Final Tax Regime (FTR) for exporters and abolish advance taxes on the export sector in the federal budget for 2026-27, arguing that the measures are critical to boosting exports and attracting fresh investment.
June 08, 2026  

Textile council urges pro-export budget to seize global trade opportunity

Pakistan could squander one of the biggest export opportunities in decades unless Budget 2026-27 delivers immediate relief to exporters, Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) Chairman Fawad Anwar has cautioned in a letter addressed to the Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
June 06, 2026 

Pakistan risks missing global supply-chain shift without pro-export budget measures, PTC

Pakistan could miss a major opportunity to boost exports and attract global buyers relocating supply chains unless the federal budget for FY27 provides immediate relief to exporters, the Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) warned on Friday.
June 05, 2026  

Textile industry warns Pakistan may lose big export orders without relief in budget

Pakistan’s textile industry has warned that the country could miss a major opportunity to attract global business unless the upcoming federal budget includes measures to improve export competitiveness.
June 05, 2026  

PTC ties stability to strong export-led strategy

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has urged the federal government to use Budget 2026-27 as a decisive opportunity to restore the competitiveness of Pakistan’s export sector, warning that economic stabilization alone will not deliver sustainable growth without a strong export-led strategy.
June 05, 2026 

Pakistan textile industry seeks tax, energy relief ahead of budget

Pakistan's textile industry, the country's largest exporter and a key source of jobs and foreign exchange, is urging the government to use the next federal budget to restore its competitiveness, warning that high taxes, elevated energy costs and policy uncertainty have already forced the closure of more than 140 factories and wiped out about a third of the sector's capacity.
June 04, 2026 

PTC for competitive budget steps to revive exports and industries

Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) Chairman Fawad Anwar has urged the government to adopt the textile and apparel industry’s budget recommendations for FY2026-27, warning that these proposals represent the minimum requirements necessary to preserve the viability of Pakistan’s largest export sector.
June 02, 2026 

FY27 budget: PTC urges PM for fiscal, structural reforms

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has urged Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to introduce sweeping fiscal and structural reforms in the upcoming Federal Budget 2026-27, warning that the current taxation and regulatory framework has rendered export growth “financially punitive” and unsustainable.
May 26, 2026 

PTC pledges continuous engagement with EU investors

Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Jameel Ahmad, on Tuesday said that Pakistan’s economy is positioned on a more stable footing, with growth projected between 3.25% and 4.25% in FY2026. Addressing an annual meeting of the Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) in Karachi, the central bank shared an in-depth account of Pakistan’s macroeconomic progress, while the council’s leadership and members underscored urgent policy interventions needed to strengthen export competitiveness.
May 05, 2026 

Working capital: textile industry seeks enhanced refinance facilities

The country’s textile industry has urged the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to enhance export refinance facilities to enable exporters to meet their growing working capital requirements. In a letter to the Governor, State Bank of Pakistan, APTMA Chairman Kamran Arshad stated that the textile industry remains the mainstay of Pakistan’s economy, contributing around 60 percent to total exports, 8.5 percent to GDP, and employing nearly 40 percent of the manufacturing workforce.
April 25, 2026 

PTC seeks policy intervention to deal with textile sector challenges

Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has sought urgent policy intervention to support the country’s textile sector, which is facing mounting challenges amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. In a letter addressed to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, PTC Chairman Fawad Anwar outlined key issues confronting the sector and proposed remedial measures to navigate the current difficult environment.
April 08, 2026 

Export and industry sectors: PTC urges SBP to ensure timely credit flow

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) urged the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) to ensure adequate and timely flow of credit to the export sector and industry. In a letter addressed to the SBP Governor, PTC Chairman Fawad Anwar highlighted the severe working capital constraints currently facing exporters and the wider business community.
April 03, 2026 

PQA establishes export facilitation desk

Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Jameel Ahmad, on Tuesday said that Pakistan’s economy is positioned on a more stable footing, with growth projected between 3.25% and 4.25% in FY2026. Addressing an annual meeting of the Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) in Karachi, the central bank shared an in-depth account of Pakistan’s macroeconomic progress, while the council’s leadership and members underscored urgent policy interventions needed to strengthen export competitiveness.
March 20, 2026 

With 63pc of Pakistan’s overall exports: textile sector stays dominant contributor

The country’s textile sector remained the dominant contributor, with exports reaching USD3.21 billion during the first two months (July-August) 2025-26, representing a strong 10 percent growth over FY25 and accounting for nearly 63 percent of Pakistan’s total exports.
9/14/2025

Textile exports hinge on European Union

Pakistan’s textile and apparel exports presented a mixed picture in the first two months of FY26, with steady growth in the European market offset by stagnation in the United States, modest gains in the United Kingdom, and volatility in smaller destinations such as the UAE and Bangladesh.
9/14/2025

Annual meeting of PTC / Pakistan’s GDP to grow 3.25–4.25% in FY26, says SBP governor

Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Jameel Ahmad, on Tuesday said that Pakistan’s economy is positioned on a more stable footing, with growth projected between 3.25% and 4.25% in FY2026. Addressing an annual meeting of the Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) in Karachi, the central bank shared an in-depth account of Pakistan’s macroeconomic progress, while the council’s leadership and members underscored urgent policy interventions needed to strengthen export competitiveness.
9/2/2025

Pakistan Textile Council flags raw material exclusion from Export Facilitation Scheme

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has warned that the exclusion of key raw materials from the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS) risks undermining the competitiveness of Pakistan’s textile exports.
8/28/2025

Pakistan Textile Council warns of disruption over EFS amendments

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC), a not-for-profit research and advocacy platform, has raised strong concerns over recent amendments to the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS), warning that the lack of clarity on excluded raw materials is creating operational hurdles for exporters and customs authorities, and risks disrupting supply chains in the country’s largest export-earning sector.
August 27, 2025

US tariff: PTC Chairman says Pakistan has golden opportunity in textile and apparel exports

Chairman PTC Mr. Fawad Anwar terms US reciprocal Tariff a " Golden Oppurtunity" for Pakistan with right "Policy Support"
August 26, 2025

PTC concerned over amendments notified by FBR through SRO 1359(I)/2025

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has voiced serious concern over the recent amendments notified by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) through SRO 1359(I)/2025, which, if implemented in their current form, will critically damage Pakistan’s textile and apparel exports at a time when the sector is already under immense external pressure.
August 03, 2025

Textile industry slams EFS changes

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has strongly criticised the Federal Board of Revenue's (FBR) recent amendments to the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS), warning that the changes pose a direct threat to the survival of the country's textile and apparel exports.
August 3, 2025

PTC warns FBR’s new amendments will cripple Pakistan’s textile exports

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC), a not-for-profit research and advocacy platform, has raised concerns over recent amendments to the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS) notified by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), warning that the changes, particularly the exclusion of key raw materials like cotton and yarn, will severely undermine the country’s textile exports.
Aug 02, 2025

PTC warns new FBR tax rules will harm textile exports

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) strongly opposed recent tax changes by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). The changes were made through SRO 1359(I)/2025 under the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS). PTC said removing cotton, yarn, and grey cloth from EFS will hurt textile exports.
August 2 2025

Chairman and Vice Chairman PTC share insights on 19% reciprocal US tariff on Pakistan

Chairman PTC Mr. Fawad Anwar (MD AlKaram Textiles) and Vice Chairman PTC Mr. Musadaq Zulqarnain (Chairman Interloop) share insights on 19% reciprocal US Tariff on Pakistan.
August 1 2025

Govt to support export sectors in budget, PTC assured

A delegation of the Pakistan Textile Council (PTC), led by Chairman Fawad Anwar, Asif Tata (Chairman, Naveena Group) and CEO Muhammad H. Shafqaat, met with Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan. The meeting focused on tariff and tax rationalization, energy pricing, green investments, and other policy interventions needed for competitiveness, sustainability and growth of the textiles and apparel sector.
May 25, 2025

Textile sector seeks policy interventions

A delegation of the Pakistan Textile Council (PTC), led by Chairman Fawad Anwar, Asif Tata (Chairman Naveena Group) and CEO Muhammad H Shafqaat, met with Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan. The meeting focused on tariff and tax rationalisation, energy pricing, green investment and other policy interventions needed for competitiveness, sustainability and growth of the textile and apparel sector.
May 25, 2025

Textile industry can add $3–4 billion in exports with right policies: PTC

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has stated that the country’s textile and apparel industry could immediately add $3–4 billion in annual exports if provided with an enabling policy environment. The remarks were made by PTC Chairman Fawad Anwar during a meeting with Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Commerce on Saturday.
May 24, 2025

Pakistan Textile Council and Commerce Ministry forge path for export-led industrial growth

A delegation from the Pakistan Textile Council (PTC), including Chairman Fawad Anwar and CEO Muhammad H. Shafqaat, met with Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan to discuss key challenges facing the textile and apparel sector. They focused on tariff and tax rationalization, energy pricing, and green investments needed to improve competitiveness and sustainability.
May 24, 2025

Textiles and apparel sector seeks predictable policy interventions; commerce minister assures budgetary support

A delegation of the Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) led by Chairman Mr. Fawad Anwar, Mr. Asif Tata (Chairman, Naveena Group) and CEO Mr. Muhammad H. Shafqaat met with the Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan. The meeting focused on tariff and tax rationalization, energy pricing, green investments, and other policy interventions needed for competitiveness, sustainability and growth of the textiles and apparel sector.
May 24, 2025

PTC says textile sector can add $3–4bn in export earnings

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC), a not-for-profit research and advocacy platform, says that the industry could immediately contribute $3-4 billion in annual exports, in line with the vision and policies of the federal government, if an enabling environment is provided.
May 24, 2025

Unrest hits trade & commerce

A deepening logistics crisis triggered by road blockades in Sindh and Karachi is choking key supply chains and putting the country’s trade and manufacturing sectors at risk. The situation poses a serious risk of factory shutdowns, especially when Large-Scale Manufacturing (LSM) is already languishing at multi-year lows and employment is fragile.
Apr 25, 2025

Transporters’ strike: PTC writes letter to PM

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has requested Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif, for immediate action to address the ongoing transporters’ strike that has severely disrupted national trade logistics and industrial supply chains, particularly at Karachi’s key ports.
Apr 25, 2025

Exporters warn EFS changes could disrupt trade, raise costs

Pakistan’s top exporters are urging the government to reconsider amendments to the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS), warning of trade disruptions and rising compliance costs. The cabinet’s move to slash the input utilisation period from 60 months to nine months has sparked industry concerns over supply chain stability.
March 07, 2025

EFS amendments spark concerns among textile exporters

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC), a not-for-profit research and advocacy platform, has voiced concerns over the proposed amendments to the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS) introduced by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
March 07, 2025

PTC calls for revisions to Export Facilitation Scheme

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has called on the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to reconsider proposed amendments to the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS), cautioning that any modifications failing to safeguard the industry's interests could adversely affect Pakistan’s exports.
March 06, 2025

Pakistan Textile Council voices concerns over proposed amendments to EFS

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC), a not-for-profit research and advocacy platform, has voiced concerns over the proposed amendments to the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS) introduced by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
March 06, 2025

Textile council raises alarm over export scheme modifications

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has urged the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) to exercise caution in amending the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS), warning that changes that fail to safeguard industry interests could negatively impact Pakistan’s exports.
March 06, 2025

Recalibrating policies: a strategic imperative for growth and stability

Pakistan’s economy is slowly picking up pace, with fiscal consolidation under the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme. However, the tightening measures being employed are placing an immense pressure on the industrial sector.
March 06, 2025

Only export-led growth

Pakistan’s inflation growth rate is clocking below 3% in current months; the dollar is stable; foreign reserves are up, exports are up while remittances and the stock market are at record levels.
February 24, 2025

Sustainability standards to help grow textile exports

The partnership between Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) and an international advisory body is expected to bolster Pakistan's textile exports by aligning cotton production with global sustainability benchmarks and enhancing the country's competitiveness in international markets.
February 02, 2025

PTC concerned at gas price hike for CPPs

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has voiced strong concerns over the recent decision by the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) to raise the gas tariff for Captive Power Plants (CPPs) from Rs 3000 per MMBtu to Rs 3500 per MMBtu.
January 27, 2025

PTC decries gas tariff hike, terms it a blow to textile exports

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) which represents 30% of Pakistan Textile export earnings, expresses its grave concerns over the Economic Coordination Committee’s (ECC) recent decision to increase the gas tariff for Captive Power Plants (CPPs) from Rs 3000 per MMBtu to Rs 3500 per MMBtu.
January 26, 2025

Gas tariff increase is a serious blow to textile sector, PTC

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has described the increase in gas tariffs as a serious setback for the industrial sector. PTC issued a statement on the increase in gas tariffs for captive power plants and said that the gas tariff increased by 16.7%.
January 26, 2025

PTC, BCI partner to promote sustainable cotton production amid declining yields

In wake of declining cotton production in Pakistan, Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) and Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote sustainable cotton production in Pakistan.
January 16, 2025

PTC, BCI join hands to promote cotton production

In response to a sharp decline in cotton production, the Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) and the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on Wednesday to promote sustainable cotton practices nationwide.
January 16, 2025

PTC, BCI sign MoU to get sustainable cotton production in country

Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) and the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at getting increased and sustainable production of the yield in the country.
January 15, 2025

Pakistan's textile industry hit by rising energy costs

The Chairman of the Pakistan Textile Council asks government to intervene quickly to stop a looming crisis in the textile industry, which forms over 60% of the country’s exports.
January 14, 2025

PTC seeks Aurangzeb’s help to save sinking textile industry

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has called for immediate policy intervention from Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb to avert the collapse of Pakistan’s textile industry.
January 14, 2025

Textile sector calls for immediate policy action to prevent collapse

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has appealed to Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb for urgent policy intervention to prevent the collapse of Pakistan’s textile industry.
January 14, 2025

Govt should take steps to resolve textile industry issues, PTC

Chairman Pakistan Textile Council, Fawad Anwar has appealed to Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Muhammad Aurangzeb for policy intervention to resolve the problems of the textile industry. In a letter on Monday, he said that Pakistan’s textile sector is facing financial difficulties.
January 13, 2025

PTC appeals to govt to reconsider gas price hike for captive power plants

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has appealed to the government to reconsider the proposed increase in gas prices for captive power plants (CPPs) to over Rs4,000 per MMBtu, warning that such a move could severely impact the textile and apparel sector, a vital contributor to the country’s economy.
January 03, 2025

PTC expresses grave concern over possible gas price hike for captive power plants

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC), under the leadership of Chairman Mr. Fawad Anwar, has issued a pressing appeal to the government to reconsider the anticipated increase in gas prices for captive power plants (CPPs) to over Rs. 4,000 per MMBtu. This proposed hike poses a significant threat to the textile and apparel sector, a cornerstone of Pakistan’s economy.
January 02, 2025

PTC urges govt to reassess CPP gas price hike to Rs4,000/MMBtu

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has issued a pressing appeal to the government to reconsider the anticipated increase in gas prices for captive power plants (CPPs) to over Rs4,000 per Metric Million British Thermal Unit (MMBtu).
January 02, 2025

PTC chief warns of looming economic challenges

Chairperson of the Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) Fawad Anwar has expressed grave concerns over the country’s economic performance in the first quarter of FY2024-25. According to official data, the country posted a modest growth rate of 0.92 per cent, while the industrial sector contracted by 1.03 per cent during the same period.
January 01, 2025

Pakistan Textile Council warns of disruption over EFS amendments

In a letter addressed to Chairman Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), Rashid Langrial, the PTC on Wednesday conveyed its serious reservations on the recently notified amendments to the EFS vide letter No 001/FBR/01082025 dated August 1st, 2025.

PTC warns FBR’s EFS changes threaten export competitiveness

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has criticised the Federal Board of Revenue’s latest amendments to the export facilitation scheme (EFS), warning that the exclusion of critical raw materials like cotton and yarn could severely damage the country’s textile and apparel exports.

PTC warns new FBR tax rules will harm textile exports

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) strongly opposed recent tax changes by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). The changes were made through SRO 1359(I)/2025 under the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS). PTC said removing cotton, yarn, and grey cloth from EFS will hurt textile exports. These materials are key raw inputs for Pakistan’s textile industry.

PTC concerned over amendments notified by FBR through SRO 1359(I)/2025

The Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) has voiced serious concern over the recent amendments notified by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) through SRO 1359(I)/2025, which, if implemented in their current form, will critically damage Pakistan’s textile and apparel exports at a time when the sector is already under immense external pressure.

PTC warns FBR’s new amendments will cripple Pakistan’s textile exports

In a press statement released on Saturday, PTC said that the amendments notified by the FBR through SRO 1359(I)/2025, which, if implemented in their current form, “will critically damage Pakistan’s textile and apparel exports at a time when the sector is already under immense external pressure”.

Textile industry slams EFS changes

PTC, which accounts for over 30% of the country's textile and apparel exports, has submitted a formal set of objections and recommendations to the FBR in response to SRO 1359(1)/2025 dated July 29, 2025.

Pakistan loses ground to rivals with new 19pc US tariff

The new tariff, added on top of existing duties, is seen as significantly higher than expected, undermining hopes for improved trade relations and market share, particularly in comparison to regional competitors such as Vietnam and Bangladesh.

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Textiles and Apparel Sector Seeks Predictable Policy Interventions; Commerce Minister Assures Budgetary Support

A delegation of the Pakistan Textile Council (PTC) led by Chairman Mr. Fawad Anwar, Mr. Asif Tata (Chairman, Naveena Group) and CEO Mr. Muhammad H. Shafqaat met with the Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan.

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January 3, 2025

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