On February 22, 2026, the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) reiterated its call for the Pakistani government to develop a comprehensive National Export Strategy. ICCI President Sardar Tahir Mehmood emphasized the need for proactive trade diplomacy to enhance Pakistan's global competitiveness, stating, "Pakistan must adopt a similar strategic approach to safeguard and expand its global trade footprint." He highlighted the untapped potential of Pakistan's export sector, which is hindered by structural bottlenecks and high production costs. In light of recent developments, the government has introduced a new electronics manufacturing policy aimed at increasing domestic value addition from about 10% today to 50% by 2033, which could significantly bolster the export landscape if successful. The policy includes training 75,000 skilled workers and establishing new facilities, with an ambitious export target of $2.5 billion contingent on attracting a major global manufacturer within two years.