Asif Ali Gohar and a Disruption of the Leather Industry in Pakistan
Veganism has grown in popularity in recent years. It entails renouncing from products made with animals, as this is regarded as animal cruelty. The narrative is well-known in the western world and is gaining traction in the oriental world as well. As a result, consumers are shunning animal products. In consequence, it has the potential to harm the country's key manufacturing industry i.e., the leather industry. On the other hand, vegan products are pouring in as more and more people are converting to veganism. Therefore a shift in the industrial sector of Pakistan is expected.
Pakistan's leather sector contributes substantially to the country's GDP. Leather manufacturing accounts for 5.6 percent of the country's GDP. A total of 800 tanneries work together to meet local demand as well a...