Highlights of how Pakistan needs to remove its anti-diversification bias, expand product mix, grow participation in Global Value Chains and attract efficiency-seeking Foreign Direct Investment to grow export and manufacturing base

1. F O R C I R C U L AT I O N
How can Pakistan reach its export potential?
Macro Pakistani

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Textiles, Rice and Leather have historically made up over 70% of exports
Source: State Bank of Pakistan

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Pakistan has limited participation in global value chains compared to peers
Source: UNCTAD-Eora Global Value Chain Database (2015)

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There has been no consistent FDI policy with sector contributions varying
Source: SBP; MP Analysis

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More than 2/3rd of FDI attracted by Pakistan in last 10 years was in 4 main areas
Source: SBP; MP Analysis