Fahimur Rahman Saigul says exporters are currently operating under very challenging conditions, including rising energy tariffs, rising transportation costs, volatile global demand, and increasing compliance costs.
Lahore: (UrduPoint/UrduPoint/Pakistan Point News – March 14, 2026) Chairman Lahore room Trade and industryFahimur Rahman Saigul, expressed grave concern over the imposition of Rs. Duty of $50 per kg on export goods by Gerry Dnata, describing the move as unjustified and harmful to Pakistan’s already struggling export sector, called for its immediate and permanent abolition.
the LCCI The President of the Air Freight Forwarders Association said Pakistan The ACAAP expressed serious concerns to him about the sudden and unilateral imposition of duties, highlighting that the decision has created widespread concern among freight forwarders, freight forwarders and exporters across the country. He said that such measures, which were implemented without prior consultation with stakeholders, threaten to disrupt export operations and increase the financial burden on the country. a job community.
Fahimur Rahman Saigul said exporters are currently operating under very difficult conditions, including rising energy tariffs, rising transportation costs, volatile global demand, and increasing compliance costs.
He added that any additional financial burden in the logistics chain will translate directly into higher export costs Pakistani Products that are less competitive internationally Markets.
He pointed out that traditionally, ground handling arrangements are managed between airlines and their designated handlers, and exporters should not be subjected to unilateral charges at the cargo handling stage. He said this without charging extra fees industry Consultation sets an unhealthy precedent maybe Creating uncertainty within the trade and logistics ecosystem.
the LCCI The President stressed that Pakistan’s export sector needs facilitation, stability and policy coherence and not more It costs Pressures. He said improving trade facilitation and reducing logistics costs are essential to achieve sustainable export growth and boost foreign exchange exchange Profits.
Fahimur Rahman Saigul urged Gerry Dnata and the airlines concerned to immediately review the decision and permanently abolish the imposed duties in the greater interest of exporters and the national economy. He emphasized that everyone Operational or pricing changes affecting export goods should be introduced through dialogue and consensus with trade bodies industry Actors.
He also mentioned that Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Industry We will take up the matter formally with the relevant authorities, airlines and stakeholders to ensure that the interests of exporters are protected and to prevent the imposition of unilateral measures that could negatively impact commercial activities.
the LCCI The President reiterated this LCCI remains fully committed to protecting a job The community will continue to raise its voice on issues affecting exporters, trade facilitation, and the overall economic environment. He also expressed his appreciation to ACAAP for timely highlighting the concerns of the shipping sector and emphasized that room You will work closely with everyone Stakeholders to reach a constructive and sustainable solution accuracy From this case.