Pakistan’s Cotton Yarn Exports to China Show Strong Growth

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s cotton yarn exports to China recorded solid growth in 2025, crossing 451 million dollars. The performance highlights the strength and maturity of bilateral textile trade. Officials said the growth reflects long-term cooperation under the China–Pakistan economic partnership. Despite global pressures, the textile relationship remained resilient. Analysts called the figures encouraging for Pakistan’s export sector.

According to China’s General Administration of Customs, uncombed single cotton yarn exports under HS 52051100 reached 233.57 million dollars. This marked a 4.9 percent increase from 2024 levels. Another category, HS 52051200, generated 212.56 million dollars in exports. These figures show the depth and diversity of Pakistan’s yarn shipments. Experts noted steady demand from Chinese buyers throughout the year.

China’s customs data showed Viet Nam remained the top supplier in this category during 2025. Pakistan ranked second, exporting 233.57 million dollars worth of cotton yarn. Malaysia and Bangladesh followed with much smaller export volumes. This ranking highlights Pakistan’s strong competitiveness among regional suppliers. Analysts said Pakistan continues to defend its market position effectively.

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Fujian Province emerged as the largest destination for Pakistani cotton yarn imports. It imported yarn worth 107.47 million dollars during 2025. Guangdong and Beijing followed with imports of 72.06 million and 18.15 million dollars. Other destinations included Zhejiang, Jiangsu, Anhui, and Xinjiang. These figures show wide integration into China’s textile manufacturing hubs.

Industry experts said Pakistan’s yarn trade with China has evolved into stable supply-chain partnerships. Pakistani exporters benefited despite floods, high energy costs, and global economic pressures. Monthly exports averaged 35 to 40 million dollars from mid-2025 onward. However, experts warned exports remain focused on raw materials. They urged greater value addition and adaptation to modern procurement systems.