Pakistan begin with a weak industrial base, In the early years, industrial growth took place rapidly. With the nationalization of industries in 1972, however, industrial growth began to fall. Again, a spurt in the 1980s was followed by a slack period in the 1990s. This trend can be seen in the share of industries in the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), as well in the low industrial employment and slow industrial growth rate. The only area in which significant growth has been registered is in the export of manufactured goods.
Industrial policy and development.
The industrial development of a country depends upon a number of factors, including the availability of capital, managerial and technical skill, technology and a proper infrastructure (roads, communications, institutions, ) equally important is the industrial policy laid down by the government.