Ahsan suggests linking GSP with 5Es for export growth

Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Professor Ahsan Iqbal on Wednesday proposed a multi-pronged strategy, aligning the GSP Plus programme with the 5Es framework to achieve export-led economic growth and secure a prosperous future for Pakistan. "The GSP Plus programme represents more than just trade preferences. It is a roadmap for sustainable development and good governance. By aligning it with the 5Es framework, we can unlock the true potential of export-led growth, empower our citizens and secure a prosperous future," he said. The minister was speaking as the guest speaker at a conference titled "Promoting Good Governance through Trade – Leveraging through GSP+," organised by Fredrick Naumann Foundation. Addressing the gathering, Ahsan Iqbal called for seizing the opportunity to strengthen governance, build resilience and position Pakistan as a globally competitive economy. "Together we can ensure that trade becomes not only a driver of economic prosperity but also a catalyst for equity, transparency and sustainability," he added.