Secretary Industries and Production Abdul Ghaffar Soomro in a statement on Thursday lauded that EPZA's efforts in enhancement of export would help in recovering the economy of the country.

He added that exports were 41 percent higher when compared with the corresponding period of 2009-10. This progress reflected a confidence of the investors in EPZA and its investors' friendly policies.

Abdul Ghaffar Soomro further said that despite economic challenges prevailing in the country and economic recession in the world as well, EPZA has shown resilience. Resultantly, exports have registered a phenomenal growth.

It has also contributed in creating employment opportunities, generating revenues for the Government and increasing investment by the investors in EPZA, he said.

He attributed the enhancement in exports to good performance in several sectors such as garments, garment accessories, plastic products, Paper/Printing & Packaging, Chemical & Allied products and worn clothing.