Consequently, he said Pakistan will have to safeguard its interest by adopting such measures at national level, which could ensure viability of its industry.
The EPB chief said that there was a need to change the mindset of economic planners, who are reluctant to extend support to the textile sector.
The Planning Commission, he said, is working on a development strategy with an objective to register a quantum leap in exports of the country. Under this plan, he said a committee had been set up to look into textile and garment industry issues and also find their solution.
However, he said that an intensive micro level study had been initiated. Mr Ikram said that units that were closed down during last two years will be visited to find out reasons and factors for their closure.
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