Our Mango production cost is on the higher side in the international market. The cost of production is on the higher side due to increasing energy costs and Government policies. We are at about 150 positions when considering ease of doing business. Pakistani exporters need an export-oriented friendly Government policy. Electricity is too expensive. Corruption in customs has led to overheads. Slow processing of customs for clearance introduces exporters to adopt much-disliked malpractices. The exchange rate is an even bigger issue. The rupee is overvalued therefore exports are always dwindling. The use of outdated technology also leads to inefficient production. Thus, manufacturing errors in products and industrial downfalls.
Poor land, road, or rail transportation service also become a hindrance when it comes to reducing logistic costs. High Fuel costs also put a heavy burden on firms and can adversely affect their competitiveness. The availability of cheap fuel, especially electricity, is essential to boost exports. Understanding Import and Export of Pakistan Our commercial sections of the Pakistani Embassy in various countries are not effectively working to promote Pakistani Products.
One remedy is to create an export culture. The main problem lies in the planning; no one really planned for the future. Very hard to see things moving in the right direction in terms of making Pakistan an export-oriented country. Bureaucratic hurdles, corruption, injustice, bribery, and political interference are at the helms of affairs. Many documents are required for exports.
