Pakistan, Oct. 7 -- Pakistan continues to rank among the world's top five cotton producers despite recent floods and lower yields. This provides relief to its struggling textile industry. The sector remains a major source of employment and export revenue. Officials hope that sustained cotton output will support the economy and stabilize jobs in rural areas.

The United Nations marks October 7 as World Cotton Day to highlight cotton's role in economic development and poverty reduction. This year's theme, "The Fabric of Our Lives," emphasizes cotton's importance in sustaining livelihoods globally. Cotton supports around 24 million growers and over 100 million families worldwide.

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