Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb today met a delegation of the Pakistan Cotton Ginners’ Association (PCGA), led by its Chairman Mr. Sham Lal Manglani, to discuss issues concerning the cotton sector and explore measures aimed at enhancing the industry's contribution to economic growth, exports, and rural employment.
The delegation included Senior Vice Chairman PCGA Shaikh Fayaz Ahmed, former Chairmen Suhail Mehmood Hurrul, Chaudhry Waheed Arshad, and Mukhtar Baloch. During the meeting, participants held a detailed exchange of views on the current state of the cotton value chain, challenges faced by growers and ginners, and policy measures that could help improve productivity, investment, and sustainability across the sector.
The PCGA representatives highlighted the strategic importance of cotton as a key cash crop and an essential input for Pakistan’s textile industry. They underscored the sector’s role in generating rural employment, supporting allied industries, contributing to exports, and reducing dependence on imported cotton. The delegation also shared proposals relating to taxation, documentation, and measures aimed at promoting formal economic activity within the sector.
The Finance Minister acknowledged the significance of the cotton industry for the national economy and emphasized the government's commitment to fostering a conducive business environment for productive sectors. He noted that sustainable growth in agriculture and industry remains a key pillar of the government's economic agenda and reaffirmed the importance of stakeholder consultations in the policymaking process.
Senator Aurangzeb stated that the government is focused on broadening the tax base, improving transparency, and creating a level playing field for compliant businesses while ensuring that policy measures support economic activity, investment, and job creation. He emphasized that the concerns and recommendations put forward by the PCGA would be carefully reviewed by the relevant authorities.
The meeting also discussed the need for coordinated efforts to strengthen the cotton ecosystem, improve competitiveness, enhance value addition, and encourage greater investment throughout the supply chain. Participants agreed on the importance of maintaining continuous engagement between the government and industry stakeholders to identify practical solutions that can contribute to the long-term revival and growth of the cotton sector.
The Finance Minister appreciated the delegation's constructive input and reaffirmed the government's commitment to working closely with industry representatives to support sustainable economic development, export growth, and employment generation across the country.
Finance Minister Meets Pakistan Cotton Ginners’ Association Delegation; Reaffirms Government’s Commitment to Strengthening Cotton Sector
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb today met a delegation of the Pakistan Cotton Ginners’ Association (PCGA), led by its Chairman Mr. Sham Lal Manglani, to discuss issues concerning the cotton sector and explore measures aimed at enhancing the industry's contribution to economic growth, exports, and rural employment.
The delegation included Senior Vice Chairman PCGA Shaikh Fayaz Ahmed, former Chairmen Suhail Mehmood Hurrul, Chaudhry Waheed Arshad, and Mukhtar Baloch. During the meeting, participants held a detailed exchange of views on the current state of the cotton value chain, challenges faced by growers and ginners, and policy measures that could help improve productivity, investment, and sustainability across the sector.
The PCGA representatives highlighted the strategic importance of cotton as a key cash crop and an essential input for Pakistan’s textile industry. They underscored the sector’s role in generating rural employment, supporting allied industries, contributing to exports, and reducing dependence on imported cotton. The delegation also shared proposals relating to taxation, documentation, and measures aimed at promoting formal economic activity within the sector.
The Finance Minister acknowledged the significance of the cotton industry for the national economy and emphasized the government's commitment to fostering a conducive business environment for productive sectors. He noted that sustainable growth in agriculture and industry remains a key pillar of the government's economic agenda and reaffirmed the importance of stakeholder consultations in the policymaking process.
Senator Aurangzeb stated that the government is focused on broadening the tax base, improving transparency, and creating a level playing field for compliant businesses while ensuring that policy measures support economic activity, investment, and job creation. He emphasized that the concerns and recommendations put forward by the PCGA would be carefully reviewed by the relevant authorities.
The meeting also discussed the need for coordinated efforts to strengthen the cotton ecosystem, improve competitiveness, enhance value addition, and encourage greater investment throughout the supply chain. Participants agreed on the importance of maintaining continuous engagement between the government and industry stakeholders to identify practical solutions that can contribute to the long-term revival and growth of the cotton sector.
The Finance Minister appreciated the delegation's constructive input and reaffirmed the government's commitment to working closely with industry representatives to support sustainable economic development, export growth, and employment generation across the country.
