Goods Transporters Strike Pakistan Creates Serious Economic Crisis
Goods Transporters Strike Pakistan has severely disrupted industrial production, exports, and national supply chains, warned Aman Pracha, Vice President of the Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI).
He expressed serious concern that the continued goods transporters strike Pakistan could cause long-term damage to the country’s economy if the government fails to initiate immediate and meaningful negotiations with transport unions.
Goods Transporters Strike Pakistan Disrupts Industrial Supply Chains
According to Aman Pracha, the goods transporters strike Pakistan has brought the movement of raw materials, fuel, and packaging supplies to a near halt.
Imported goods are stuck at ports, while exporters are unable to transport finished products to shipping terminals. As a result, exporters are facing delays, rising demurrage charges, and the growing risk of order cancellations.
“The government’s silence on the goods transporters strike Pakistan is extremely worrying,” Pracha said, adding that the losses are being unfairly borne by industrialists, exporters, and workers.
Goods Transporters Strike Pakistan Forces Factory Shutdowns
The goods transporters strike Pakistan has already forced several industrial units to shut down operations, while many others are operating at minimal capacity due to shortages of essential inputs.
Industries dependent on uninterrupted logistics — including textiles, food processing, pharmaceuticals, and export manufacturing — are facing mounting losses. Perishable items such as fruits and vegetables are at risk of spoilage, causing millions of rupees in daily losses.
Goods Transporters Strike Pakistan Threatens Exports and Jobs
Aman Pracha warned that the prolonged goods transporters strike Pakistan could lead to:
- Decline in exports
- Cancellation of international orders
- Job losses and wage cuts
- Erosion of investor confidence
He stressed that export-oriented industries are particularly vulnerable, as delayed shipments damage Pakistan’s credibility in global markets.
“If the goods transporters strike Pakistan continues, the consequences will be felt across the entire economy,” he cautioned.
FPCCI Demands Immediate Talks Over Goods Transporters Strike Pakistan
FPCCI urged the federal and provincial governments to immediately engage in serious negotiations to resolve the goods transporters strike Pakistan.
Pracha emphasized the need to review controversial provisions of the Motor Vehicle Ordinance 2025, ensuring that road safety regulations do not paralyze industrial and trade activity.
“A balanced solution is required — one that ensures safety while allowing the uninterrupted movement of goods essential for economic survival,” he concluded.
