ISLAMABAD ( WNAM REPORT ):The Ministry of Commerce held a consultative meeting with the Sectoral Council for Sports Goods, chaired by Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce. The meeting reviewed key challenges facing the sector and discussed initiatives to strengthen Pakistan’s competitiveness in the global sports goods market.
It was agreed to develop a structured skill development initiative in collaboration with universities, NAVTTC, and TEVTA to ensure that training and technical qualifications align with modern industry requirements. Thee importance of introducing third-party certification to meet international quality benchmarks was also highlighted.
Industry representatives raised several key issues, including streamlining procedures related to the Drawback of Local Taxes and Levies (DLTL) scheme, improving access to the Export Finance Scheme (EFS), updating technical training curricula, and establishing credible systems for product certification and quality assurance.
Khan stressed the need to institutionalize regular monthly reviews of the Sectoral Council to monitor progress and maintain close coordination between industry stakeholders and government departments. The participants agreed to move forward with the outlined initiatives through sustained follow-up and collaborative implementation.
The Coordinator reaffirmed the government’s commitment to transforming the sports goods industry, noting that improved skill development, credible quality certification, and continuous engagement with stakeholders will collectively enhance the sector’s export potential.
Ministry Holds Consultative Session with Sports Goods Sector
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