Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah has said a deal with goods transporters is nearly complete. He said only a few issues remain under discussion.
The statement comes as the goods transporters’ strike continues to affect business activity. The strike has disrupted industrial operations, exports, and goods movement.
Murad Ali Shah spoke during the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Independence Day ceremony. He also directed the provincial Transport Department to speed up efforts.
The chief minister asked officials to resolve the remaining issues as soon as possible. He said this would help restore normal transport operations across the province.
A delegation representing goods transporters also met Murad Ali Shah during the event. The chief minister assured the representatives that their concerns would be addressed.
However, transporters have given a different assessment of the negotiations. Advocate Muhammed Owais Chaudhry previously said the two sides were not close to an agreement.
The conflicting statements highlight the uncertainty surrounding the strike’s possible end. Transporters have continued their protest while discussions with government officials remain ongoing.
The strike has created difficulties for businesses that depend on road transportation. Industrial units and exporters have faced problems moving goods to different destinations.
Business groups have also raised concerns about the wider economic impact. They have urged authorities and transporters to reach an agreement quickly.
Murad Ali Shah’s latest statement suggests that negotiations have made progress. However, the remaining issues still need to be settled before normal operations resume.
The chief minister also discussed Pakistan’s economic growth prospects during the KCCI ceremony. He said the country could significantly increase its exports.
According to Murad Ali Shah, Pakistan’s exports could rise from around $30 billion to $100 billion. He linked this goal to lower business costs and stronger industrial competitiveness.
He also stressed the importance of using Sindh’s local energy resources. The province has significant indigenous energy potential that could support industrial growth.
The chief minister said Pakistan had shown strength on military and diplomatic fronts. He argued that similar progress was now needed in the economic sector.
He called for stronger cooperation between the government and private businesses. Such cooperation, he said, could help improve economic performance and competitiveness.
Reducing the cost of doing business remains important for Pakistan’s exporters. Lower production costs could help local industries compete in international markets.
The ongoing transporters’ strike has added pressure on businesses during this period. A prolonged disruption could further affect supply chains and commercial activity.
For now, the provincial government is working to resolve the remaining disagreements. Murad Ali Shah has directed the Transport Department to accelerate the process.
The final outcome will depend on whether both sides can agree on the outstanding demands. Until then, transport operations remain affected by the continuing dispute.
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The Sindh government’s efforts are aimed at restoring the movement of goods. A settlement could provide relief to transporters, businesses, industries, and exporters.
