Pakistani exports to the Kingdom mainly comprise of 3 major sectors which include food products, textiles and engineering products. Saudi Arabia is an import based market receiving supplies from the number of countries. Competition is quite high in the market as Saudi market is approached by international suppliers.
There is a large scope for non-traditional Pakistani products to be exported for which a marketing plan is prepared under Long Term Business Strategy. Similarly, this Section has a focus on Early Harvest Plan based on sectors already exporting to the KSA yet possessing a huge scope in Saudi import market including food, textile and engineering goods. Following is the ratio of Pakistani exports to KSA in these sectors:
Export Sector | Ratio in total Exports to KSA |
Food Sector | 60% |
Textile Sector | 25 % |
Engineering Products | 7% |