Karachi
\nA nationwide strike by goods transporters has raised alarm over a potential disruption to industrial activity, as business leaders warn that continued disruption in raw material supplies could severely affect production, export commitments and the broader economy.
\nIndustrialists cautioned that the suspension of cargo movement could paralyze factories, derail production schedules, and jeopardize export commitments \u2014 ultimately hitting employment and Pakistan\u2019s fragile economy.
\nS.I.T.E. Association of Industry President Abdul Rehman Fudda said the strike has created an alarming situation for manufacturers.
\n\u201cThe entire production system depends on timely supply of raw materials and delivery of finished goods. If factories fail to receive essential inputs, production will stall, while delays in dispatching finished products will worsen financial stress for industries,\u201d he remarked.
\nSAI Chief emphasized that Pakistan\u2019s industries, particularly the export sector, are already grappling with multiple challenges. \u201cTransport disruption is an unbearable burden. If export consignments fail to reach buyers on time, industries face penalties, price cuts, or even claims for damages,\u201d he warned.
\nHe added that uninterrupted supply of raw materials is critical to sustaining industrial operations. \u201cA breakdown in logistics impacts the entire supply chain, making it impossible for factories to function normally.
\nExport orders delayed due to transport shutdowns will not only hurt industries but also damage Pakistan\u2019s credibility with international buyers.\u201d
\nSAI Chief urged the government to urgently intervene and resolve the dispute through negotiations with goods transporters.
\n\u201cAuthorities must act before the situation escalates to the point where the country\u2019s industry and supply chain collapse entirely. If the strike prolongs, the damage will extend beyond manufacturers \u2014 affecting exports, jobs, and overall economic activity,\u201d Fudda stressed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Karachi A nationwide strike by goods transporters has raised alarm over a potential disruption to industrial activity, as business leaders warn that continued disruption in raw material supplies could severely affect production, export commitments and the broader economy. Industrialists cautioned that the suspension of cargo movement could paralyze factories, derail production schedules, and jeopardize export […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-560978","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","category-business"],"yoast_head":"\n