ISLAMABAD — Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan met with Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri-Moghaddam on Saturday to explore avenues for enhancing trade and economic ties between the two neighboring countries. The meeting highlighted ongoing initiatives, trade agreements, and upcoming opportunities for cooperation, particularly in the agri-food sector. Minister Jam Kamal congratulated the […]
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Pakistan and Iran edge closer to $10 billion trade deal
Pakistan and Iran are moving closer to formalizing their Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The final text of the accord is now under internal review by Pakistani authorities, with plans for official approval soon. The development was confirmed during a meeting between Federal Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan and Iranian Ambassador Reza Amiri-Moghaddam. The meeting focused […]
Pakistan-Afghanistan border remains closed
The Pakistan-Afghanistan border remained completely shut on Friday for all kinds of trade and pedestrian movement, as security tensions between the two neighbouring countries persisted. Officials dismissed rumours suggesting a partial reopening of the Chaman border for Afghan transit trade, confirming that even pedestrians are not allowed to cross from either side. According to customs […]
Pakistan, EU join forces to boost trade and investment growth
Pakistan and the European Union (EU) have agreed to boost bilateral trade and investment. Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan met EU Ambassador Raimundas Karoblis to discuss cooperation. They focused on enhancing trade relations and investment growth under the GSP Plus framework. Both sides emphasized the importance of stronger economic ties for mutual benefit. […]
Pakistan, Vietnam forge path to stronger economic partnership
Pakistan and Vietnam officially started negotiations for a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) to enhance bilateral trade and economic cooperation. The launch took place during a high-level meeting and the Pakistan-Vietnam Business Forum in Islamabad on October 14, 2025. Both nations aim to finalize the PTA by the end of 2025, opening new avenues for trade […]
Pakistan-Indonesia trade soars to $4.7 Billion
Bilateral trade between Pakistan and Indonesia reached a record $4.7 billion in the fiscal year 2024–25, showing a 40% growth from $3.36 billion in FY2023. This sharp increase highlights strengthening economic ties between the two nations. Both countries are currently in advanced negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) aimed at expanding market access and […]
Pakistan-Afghanistan ink trade pact to ease imports
ISLAMABAD: In a landmark step to improve economic ties, Pakistan and Afghanistan have signed a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) that aims to reduce tariffs and boost bilateral trade. The agreement was signed in Islamabad by Afghanistan’s Deputy Minister for Commerce and Industry, Ahmadullah Zahid, and Pakistan’s Commerce Secretary, Jawad Paul. Under the new agreement, tariffs […]
PAJCCI urges govt to release containers stuck at Torkham Border: Zubair Motiwala
Declining bilateral trade ties across the border, pending issues of transit, political & security aspirations and intervention of other international players in Afghanistan have been significantly affecting the long-term socioeconomic linkages between the two neighboring countries in the last couple of years. The situation has further been aggravated due to halted table-talks in form of […]