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By Fahad Last updated Jan 27, 2026

Islamabad – (Web Desk) – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday urged swift progress in developing Pakistan’s gemstone sector to strengthen exports and increase foreign exchange earnings. He instructed relevant authorities to fully utilize the country’s gemstone reserves and ensure the completion of the Islamabad Gemstone Center by August 2027.

While presiding over a high-level meeting at the Prime Minister’s House to assess measures for promoting the gemstone and minerals sector, the prime minister directed officials to bring on board internationally recognized experts. According to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office, these experts will assist in establishing new Gemstone Centers in Islamabad, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Jammu and Kashmir.

The prime minister stressed that the effective implementation of the policy framework is essential and should be carried out with support from global specialists. He highlighted that adding value to gemstones is crucial for boosting national exports and instructed that all centers be equipped with modern machinery and advanced technology.

During the briefing, it was revealed that a site on Constitution Avenue in Islamabad has already been identified for the center.

The facility will offer international-standard value addition services, certification, an incubation center, and a trade center.

To facilitate exporters, offices of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) will also be established within the premises.

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The meeting was informed that four consultative sessions have been held with stakeholders regarding the newly approved Gemstone Policy. Furthermore, work on a scientific roadmap for geo-fencing gemstone deposits has commenced.

The prime minister stressed the need for close collaboration between the federal government and the provincial governments, as well as the administrations of GB and AJK.