Pakistan Exports Surpass $3 Billion in January Amid Economic Reforms

Islamabad: Pakistan’s economic reforms under the Strategic Investment and Fiscal Coordination (SIFC) framework have driven a notable increase in exports.

According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, the country’s exports surpassed $3 billion for the first time in January, while imports declined to around $5.5 billion.

Monthly data shows exports rose by 35% and imports fell by 5%. During the first seven months of the current fiscal year, exports totaled $18 billion compared to $40 billion in imports.

The textile sector led the growth in exports, with significant gains in the value-added segment. Exports of sports goods, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and engineering products also increased.

Officials reported that Pakistan’s trade deficit narrowed to 28% in January 2026.

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