VOICED : Pakistan's textile industry struggles to bounce back

What has been a major consequence of the energy crisis on Pakistan's textile industry?

• Reduction in workforce by 10%

• Expansion into new markets

• Closure of over 20% of factories

• Increased production capacity

How have some textile companies managed to continue production during power shortages?

• By reducing the number of working hours

• By using solar energy

• By purchasing diesel generators

• By outsourcing production to other countries

What is a significant challenge smaller businesses face due to reliance on the public electricity network?

• Lack of skilled labor

• High cost of diesel

• Increased competition from local rivals

• Inability to meet buyer demands

What has the government promised to do by the end of 2018 to help the textile industry?

• Provide subsidies for diesel

• Increase import tariffs

• End power cuts completely

• Reduce export taxes

What has been the trend in textile exports in the first nine months of 2016?

• Increased by 5%

• Increased by 13%

• Remained stable

• Decreased by 13%