Pakistan, June 20 -- Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday directed to finalize the industrial policy at the earliest to increase production and provide sustainable solutions to the challenges faced by industries.

He also issued directions to the relevant authorities that the industrial policy be finalized in consultation with all relevant stakeholders.

Describing the industrial sector as the backbone of the country's exports, the Prime Minister stressed that the development of industries is essential to achieving export-led economic growth.

Chairing a meeting on the promotion of the Industrial sector, the prime minister underscored that equipping local industries with a skilled workforce and modern technology to internation...