My article on *Pakistan's Textile Sector at a Crossroads: Mitigating the India-EU Trade Deal Impact* published in *World Times Magazine (March 2026)* Time to act is now! Pakistan faces immediate strategic challenges due to the India-EU trade deal, which continues to require ratification. The urgency is compounded by shifting global trade patterns and increased unpredictability, necessitating urgent analysis of how Indian textile exports may overlap with Pakistan's. Without proactive measures, such as targeted support for export sectors and better regulatory frameworks, Pakistan risks losing its market position slowly but irreversibly. The six-month window for policy action must not be underestimated; preparing now is essential to safeguarding the country's economic resilience.
