PM orders early finalisation of industrial policy

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday directed the authorities concerned to finalise a national industrial policy at the earliest, aiming to increase production and provide sustainable solutions to challenges facing the sector. Presiding over a meeting on the promotion of the industrial sector, the premier stressed that the policy must be completed in consultation with all relevant stakeholders. “Uncertain industrial policies have hindered industrial growth,” PM Shehbaz said. “Through an effective policy, we will take industrial development to new heights.” Describing the industrial sector as the backbone of the country’s exports, the prime minister said the development of industries is essential to achieving export-led economic growth.