Federal Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan has confirmed the government’s commitment to supporting Pakistan’s chemical industry, addressing key challenges like captive power availability, high energy costs, and delays in the Export Facilitation Scheme (EFS).

The minister emphasized that resolving power-related issues is not only an industrial concern, but it is also vital for maintaining export competitiveness and safeguarding economic stability. High electricity tariffs, especially for captive power plants, have strained chemical manufacturers, threatening closures, job losses, and reduced export performance.

To tackle these issues, Jam Kamal has engaged directly with the Prime Minister and coordinated across the ministries of Finance, Power, and Petroleum. Emergency relief programs with international partners are being arranged, while domestic financial support is being secured to stabilize energy costs for industry players.

Jam Kamal affirmed that the Finance Ministry is prepared to offer targeted incentives and subsidies to the chemical sector, particularly to facilitate the transition from captive power to the national grid. He is personally advocating at the highest level to unlock necessary resources and reinforce market confidence.

This policy focus highlights a broader government strategy to fortify industrial output, enhance export potential, and sustain Pakistan’s economic momentum. Strengthening the chemical industry—an essential input provider to textiles, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and more—will amplify growth across multiple sectors.