Sindh CM says transporter strike issues 'almost resolved'

The Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah asserted on Thursday that the ongoing goods transporters' strike, now in its sixth day, is "almost resolved." Speaking at a Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) event, Shah indicated that only a few points remained under discussion and urged the provincial transport department to settle these issues promptly.

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the dispute was “almost resolved” and only a few points remained under discussion.

The strike has significantly disrupted industrial production and exports, with the Karachi Association of Trade and Industry (KATI) warning of potential impacts on essential supplies. The Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has called for dialogue, noting that export containers worth $500 million are stranded.

During the KCCI event, Shah also addressed concerns of the Nasla Tower affectees, promising to examine the matter with cabinet members. He expressed support for the business community's goal of boosting Pakistan's exports to $100 billion, calling it "absolutely achievable" if the country leverages Sindh's energy potential and implements policies to reduce business costs and enhance global competitiveness.

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the next battle we have to win is on the economic front

"The next battle we have to win is on the economic front," Shah declared, emphasizing the need for government-business unity. He pointed to Pakistan's substantial overseas remittances and the untapped potential for export growth, particularly by utilizing Thar coal and indigenous gas to lower energy costs and improve industrial competitiveness.

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the target was “absolutely achievable”