COUNTRY GUIDE: PAKISTAN
PAKISTAN
Pakistan is the seat of ancient culture, home to some of the world’s earliest human civilizations, but this modern republic remains stable, with the 23rd largest economy in the world. Here, we highlight Pakistan for its exceptional manufacturing capabilities.
Pakistani Apparel by the Numbers
The textile industry is one of Pakistan’s largest sectors
• 9.5 percent of the GDP
• Eighth largest textile exporter in Asia
• Exports more than US$8.5 billion annually in textiles
• Exports more than US$5.2 billion in garments
• 8.5 percent of the country’s total economic output of $300 million
• 50 percent export earnings
• 2.2 million Pakistani garment workers produce garments
• 1.8 million textile workers
• 200,000 footwear and leather workers
• Nearly 7 percent of the country’s labor force
• Fifth largest cotton producer in the world
• 14 million bales of cotton annually
• Exports cotton to China, United States, United Kingdom, Germany, and India
• One of the Next Eleven: a group of countries anticipated to have the world’s largest economies in the 21st century
• Major trading partners: United States, United Kingdom, and European Union (GSP Plus status)
Modern Infrastructure
Pakistan also offers a vast range of quality fabrics including knits as well as denim. Competitive labor costs allow manufacturers to pass on cost savings to clients without sacrificing quality. Vendors remain in compliance with the requirements of major buyers. Other savings are realized through efficient production techniques. Pakistani manufacturers also have a reputation for maintaining their delivery commitments.
Pakistan is ideally situated, with a 650-mile coastline along the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Oman, sharing borders with economic powerhouse neighbors China and India
• Six ports, including the Port of Karachi
• 151 airfields, including Jinnah International Airport, Islamabad International Airport and Allama Iqbal International Airport
Sustainable Sourcing Programs
Pakistan’s apparel industry and its partners has a true commitment to sustainability. The World Bank’s International Finance Committee signed an agreement with Gap Inc., in 2018 to increase resource efficiency in its Pakistan operations and improve long-term sustainability. Global apparel giant Levi’s has brought its global ‘Water Less’ campaign to the country, which allows farmers to grow cotton with less water (particularly important given the level of water scarcity in Pakistan). Levi’s has taken mindful steps to promote the growth of sustainable production, while working with some of the largest denim manufacturers in Pakistan.
The United Nations Development Program report that Pakistan achieved on track status with Sustainable Development Goal 13 on Climate Change. Initiatives include, ‘Clean and Green Pakistan,’ ‘Ten Billion Tree Tsunami,’ ‘Protected Areas Initiative,’ and ‘Recharge Pakistan.’”
Vertical denim manufacturer Artistic Denim Mills has several sustainability initiatives, including a recycled post-consumer denim program in partnership with Recover Textile Systems, a Spanish company. Further, ADM also incorporates environmentally friendly technology such as ozone treatments and laser distressing into its finishing processes.
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