63 h. ago Pakistan appoints maritime law consultant for new gulf ferry service

Pakistan’s Ministry of Maritime Affairs has approved the first ferry service license for Sea Keepers International, a UK-based ferry operator. The service will connect Pakistan with Iran and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. On August 5, Sea Keepers International officially received permission to start operating ferry routes. This new service is expected to boost trade, […]

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6 d. ago Pakistan, Iraq sign deal to launch ferry service for pilgrims

In a major development to boost religious tourism and trade, Pakistan and Iraq have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to start a ferry service between Gwadar Port and Iraq’s Umm Qasr Port. The agreement was signed during a meeting between Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, and a three-member Iraqi […]

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7 d. ago President Zardari, Omani Envoy Alkharusi  discuss ways to boost bilateral trade, ties

ISLAMABAD – Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to Pakistan, Mr. Fahad Sulaiman Khalaf Alkharusi, called on President Asif Ali

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8 d. ago Pakistan, Bangladesh to boost trade, energy cooperation: Jam

Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan met with the High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Pakistan, Md. Iqbal Hussain Khan,

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8 d. ago Pakistan, Bangladesh to boost trade, energy cooperation, industrial linkage

Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan met with the High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Pakistan, Md. Iqbal Hussain Khan, to explore deeper bilateral cooperation in trade, energy, logistics, and industrial linkages. During the meeting, High Commissioner Khan shared insights from his recent visits to Pakistan’s industrial hubs, noting enthusiastic engagement from local business chambers, […]

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1 week ago Pakistan, Iran vow to further elevate ties as Dr Pezeshkian concludes maiden visit

Two countries sign 12 agreements, MoUs in diverse fields to boost bilateral trade to $10b PM Shehbaz reiterates Pakistan’s principled stance over Iran’s right to a nuclear programme for peaceful purposes under UN charter Says both sides shared views and agreed not to tolerate terror activities on their soils at any cost Advancing the neighbourhood […]

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1 week ago Iranian president arrives in Islamabad to boost cooperation, trade ties

PM Shehbaz Sharif, top ministers welcome Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian after he landed at Nur Khan Air Base Premier says looking forward to ‘substantive engagements during this important visit that will pave way forward for stronger Pakistan-Iran ties’ Pezeshkian hopeful of elevating bilateral trade exchanges to $10b over the next five years ISLAMABAD: Iran’s President […]

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3 w. ago Karachi port fees slashed 50 percent to boost trade and sustainability

ISLAMABAD – The federal government has announced a major 50% reduction in port charges at Karachi Port to improve trade efficiency and promote environmentally friendly practices in maritime logistics. Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry shared the update on Saturday, stating that the move is part of a broader plan to decarbonise […]

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3 w. ago Bangladesh envoy visits Larkana to boost up trade & tourism with Pakistan

The Deputy High Commissioner of Bangladesh at Karachi SM Mahbubul Alam, stated during his visit to Larkana and other cities that Pakistan and Bangladesh share extremely strong and sustainable trade and tourism relations, which need to be further strengthened by encouraging businessmen from both countries to visit and invest in each other’s nations. He expressed […]

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3 w. ago China desks proposed to boost investment and trade in Pakistan

The Pakistan-China Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCJCCI) has proposed setting up dedicated “China desks” in key public institutions to ease investment processes for Chinese businesses. This move aims to strengthen industrial cooperation under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). These “China desks” will offer Chinese investors centralized support, including regulatory guidance, project assistance, and […]

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3 w. ago Punjab, Bangladesh vow stronger trade and agriculture partnership

LAHORE – Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif held a productive meeting with Bangladesh High Commissioner Iqbal Hussain Khan on Friday to strengthen ties in trade, agriculture, and industry. Both sides agreed to boost cooperation in these key areas to benefit their economies and promote mutual growth. During the meeting, Maryam Nawaz emphasized that Pakistan […]

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4 w. ago Pakistan, Indonesia vow to boost trade and defense collaboration

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to strengthen bilateral ties with Indonesia, especially in trade, defense, investment, and strategic sectors. He made the remarks during a meeting with Indonesian Defense Minister Lieutenant General (R) Syafrie Samsudin, who called on him in Islamabad to discuss ways to enhance mutual cooperation. During the […]

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