Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday, November 6, 2026, approved the restructuring of the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) on modern lines, with the reforms to be completed by the middle of next year.
What happened?
The decision was taken at a review meeting on TDAP’s performance and reforms held in Islamabad under the Prime Minister’s chairmanship. The meeting was briefed on the authority’s current performance, its institutional structure and the challenges in the existing system.
Key details
- TDAP’s scope will be limited to eight core functions, with its board and administrative structure restructured and its regional network made effective.
- The reforms include the use of digital platforms and artificial intelligence, measurable performance indicators and independent third-party review.
- A reputable private audit firm will be engaged for the institution’s performance and financial audit, and promotions in the institution will be made conditional on achieving targets and performance.
- The Prime Minister directed that the entire ecosystem of agricultural product exports, including the whole value chain, be built, and that a well-trained workforce be made part of TDAP transparently and on merit.
- A 12-month phased plan covering approval, design, implementation and independent assessment was presented.
- Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, IT Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja and Climate Change Minister Musadik Malik were among those who attended.
What it means for people in Pakistan
Exporters, including small and medium enterprises, deal with TDAP for trade support, so changes to its structure and working may affect how they reach foreign markets. The plan also covers the agricultural export value chain, which matters for farm-sector businesses and the jobs tied to them. The reforms are due to be completed by the middle of next year.
Source: https://khabr.pk/en/news/pm-approves-tdap-restructuring-to-boost-exports
