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ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday said keeping in view Pakistan’s standing as the eighth biggest precious gems-producing country, the government was setting up a ‘gem, mineral and jewellery city’ to boost exports and generate revenue.
During a meeting of the gems, jewellery and minerals task force, a detailed briefing was given to him on the city and the area identified for setting up the chemical and mineral industry where, with the industrial-value addition from raw minerals, imports would be reduced and exports enhanced.
Gems and Jewellery Task Force Chairman Engineer Gul Asghar Khan, members and relevant authorities also attended the meeting.