Ziad Bashir, Non-Executive Director, Gul Ahmed Textile Mills

Ziad Bashir brings the perspective of one of Pakistan’s leading textile companies to a climate conversation where the textile industry’s role is both central and contested. Pakistan’s textile sector is the backbone of its export economy, accounting for the vast majority of foreign exchange earnings, but it is also among the most resource-intensive, consuming large volumes of water and energy and contributing significantly to industrial emissions and effluent. The sector faces growing international scrutiny as major European and American buyers integrate sustainability requirements into their sourcing decisions. His participation signals a recognition within the textile industry that climate performance, environmental compliance, and sustainable production practices are no longer optional considerations but conditions for remaining competitive in global markets.