26-May-2025
Hindustan Times
China, Pakistan, and Afghanistan have agreed to expand the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) to Afghanistan, deepening cooperation on trade, infrastructure, and development as part of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
6-May-2025
The Express Tribune
Pakistan has raised serious concerns over high tariffs imposed by Japan and calls for entering into a bilateral Preferential Trade Agreement to ensure fair competition and balanced tariffs.
20-Mar-2025
Pakistan Today
The Pakistani government has agreed to a key International Monetary Fund (IMF) demand to reduce effective average import tariffs by one-third over the next five years, aiming to lower the average tariff to 7.1%.
7-Mar-2025
The Express Tribune
Indonesia and Pakistan plan to strengthen ties through new agreements and a potential FTA, focusing on trade in key sectors like food, pharmaceuticals, and EVs. Indonesia, a major nickel producer, aims to expand its EV supply chain, while both countries seek joint ventures in lithium batteries and palm oil production. The collaboration aims to address the current trade imbalance and leverage Indonesia’s strong economic growth.
20-Feb-2025
The Express Tribune
Thailand Ambassador Rongvudhi Virabutr urged the Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry to foster and push the government to finalise the FTA as soon as possible.
19-Feb-2025
The Express Tribune
Karachi businesses are urging a quick FTA with Thailand to boost trade, currently at $1.1B. While acknowledging the trade imbalance, both sides see potential for growth, especially in services and investment. Concerns about local industry protection and export diversification were raised, along with calls for streamlined business practices and the new Thai e-visa.
2-Jan-2025
The Express Tribune
Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan is set to embark on an official visit to South Korea to sign the Economic Partnership Agreement, marking a significant step towards enhancing bilateral economic cooperation.
18-Dec-2024
Pakistan Today
British High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott indicated that the United Kingdom may consider a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with Pakistan in the future, noting that the current trade volume of £4.1 billion is at its lowest and requires improvement.
11-Nov-2024
The Express Tribune
Malaysia and Pakistan will renegotiate their Free Trade Agreement (FTA). This follows Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s recent visit to Pakistan, where both countries signed several MoUs to enhance trade and investment.
20-Sep-2024
Pakistan Observer
Pakistan and the Eurasian Economic Union explored the possibilities for implementing a free trade agreement and plan to continue discussions to finalize the agreement.
13-Sep-2024
The Express Tribune
Cabinet approves framework trade agreement with South American trade bloc.
