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KARACHI July 1,2026: The federal government has extended the Duty and Taxes Remission for Exports (DTLTL) scheme for rice exporters by another 90 days, providing fresh relief to the country’s rice industry and supporting export growth.
The Export Development Fund (EDF) Committee approved the extension during its recent meeting, where REAP Chairman Faisal Malik Jhangir presented the industry’s demands. The committee also increased the DTLTL incentive for Basmati rice from 3% to 5%, while retaining the 9% incentive for Non-Basmati rice.
Former Rice Exporters Association of Pakistan (REAP) Chairman Rafiq Suleman welcomed the decision, saying it would ease financial pressure on exporters and help Pakistan’s rice exports exceed US$3 billion during the current fiscal year.
He said exporters faced major challenges over the past six weeks due to the Middle East conflict, which disrupted shipping routes, reduced vessel availability, and sharply increased freight charges. Consequently, many exporters failed to meet delivery schedules, resulting in financial losses and reputational damage.
Meanwhile, REAP Senior Vice Chairman Javed Jillani said the extension would help exporters complete pending orders, secure new contracts, and strengthen Pakistan’s competitiveness in global markets, especially as Indian rice remains cheaper.
He added that continued government support would increase foreign exchange earnings and benefit the entire rice value chain, including farmers, millers, exporters, and allied industries. It would also encourage higher rice production and boost economic activity in rural areas.
Jillani thanked the Prime Minister, the Ministry of Commerce, and the EDF Committee for responding to the industry’s concerns. He also acknowledged the efforts of REAP Chairman Faisal Malik Jhangir, Patron-in-Chief Rahim Jano, former Chairman Rafiq Suleman, and other REAP members for securing the extension.
He urged the government to further support exporters by reducing shipping costs, ensuring timely tax refunds, improving access to bank financing, and maintaining consistent export-friendly policies to help Pakistan expand its share in the global rice market.
