US Urges Pakistan to Increase Cotton Exports

The United States has encouraged Pakistan to ramp up its cotton exports, recognizing the escalating demand for superior cotton within the nation’s textile sector.

These remarks were delivered by Natalie A. Baker, the US Chargé d’Affaires (CDA), during a meeting held in Islamabad with Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan. Representatives from the US Chamber of Commerce and the US-Pakistan Business Council (USPBC) also participated in the discussion.

The USPBC delegation was headed by Charles Freeman, Senior Vice President of the US Chamber of Commerce, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Commerce.

During the meeting, Baker commended the advancements in agricultural commerce, notably the recommencement of soybean exports from the US to Pakistan.

She stated, “Greater collaboration in the cotton industry represents a vital prospect for shared advancement, considering the requirements of Pakistan’s textile sector for premium cotton and the capacity of the US to fulfill this demand.”

In response, Kamal mentioned that the government is formulating an extensive strategy to tackle the trade imbalance with the US, along with resolving market access obstacles faced by Pakistani enterprises.

Jam stated, “Initiatives are underway to mitigate the trade deficit and market access problems through a detailed plan involving relevant stakeholders,” and he further commented that the US President Donald Trump’s recent 90-day suspension of reciprocal tariffs presents “a substantial opportunity for constructive dialogue and the creation of a sustainable and mutually advantageous roadmap.”

The commerce minister emphasized Pakistan’s appreciation for the United States as its foremost export market and its strong regard for this crucial trade partnership.

Jam affirmed Pakistan’s dedication to fostering a supportive trade environment for American businesses and investors, while maintaining fair, transparent, and rules-based trade practices, as stated in the release.

The federal minister noted the favorable trajectory of Pakistan’s economy, highlighting the stabilization of key macroeconomic indicators.

He conveyed that the government has implemented focused reforms to streamline business operations, enhancing predictability and transparency. These reforms encompass reductions in the policy rate and inflation, decreased electricity expenses for businesses, and a commitment to policy stability and regulatory openness.