Port Qasim cuts charges to boost trade
Port Qasim Authority (PQA) has declared a 50% reduction in port charges for exporters, in line with the government’s reform agenda aimed at enhancing
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Breakup of trade data in May: PBS
Pakistan’s trade deficit in May 2025 declined by 23.99% MoM, standing at $2.6 billion compared to $3.42bn in April 2025, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS).
Go to articleSAPM urges reforms to support local industries, boost exports
Reforms that support domestic industries and boost exports were urged by Haroon Akhtar Khan, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister, Ministry of Industries & Production, emphasizing that Pakistan's resilient business community must be at the heart of sustainable economic revival.
Go to articlePakistan posts strong external gains in FY25 amid tensions: Economic Survey
Despite global trade disruptions and rising geopolitical tensions, Pakistan’s external sector showed marked resilience during July–April FY2025
Go to articleTextile exports surge 0.4% to $1bn in February
The country's total textile exports increased by 0.4% to $1.41 billion in February compared to $1.4bn in the same month last year, data released by the...
Go to articleWorld Bank engages in talks on enhancing NQI standards
Efforts to enhance National Quality Infrastructure (NQI) standards for boosting exports were the focus of discussions, emphasizing...
Go to articlePakistan’s healthcare exports get boost with Key MoUs signed
In a major development for Pakistan’s healthcare sector, several prominent Pakistani companies have signed four Memorandums of Understanding...
Go to articleAhsan Iqbal calls for efforts to raise leather exports to $2bn
In a bid to enhance Pakistan's export performance, Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has called for joint efforts...
Go to articleTextile exports rise 10% to $1.46bn in Nov
The country's total textile exports increased by 10.18% to $1.46bn in Nov...
Go to articlePBC calls for 2% withholding tax cut on exports
Pakistan Business Council (PBC) urged the government to reduce the withholding tax by 2% on export receipts for low-margin items and a review of the Export...
Go to articleIndia lifts floor price on non-basmati rice exports
India has removed the floor price for the export of non-basmati white rice, the government said in an official order on Wednesday, to help farmers...
Go to articleRemittance growth cushions Pakistan expanding trade gap
Pakistan's trade deficit widened for the third straight quarter, fueled by a surge in imports—indicating a recovery in economic activity...
Go to articleTextile exports rise 10% to $1.47bn in Sep
The country's total textile exports rose 10.2% to $1.47bn in September 2024 compared to $1.33bn in September 2023...
Go to articlePakistan exports to USA rise 16% in Sep
The U.S.A. remained Pakistan's top export destination in September 2024, with shipments totaling $511.53 million—a 15.8% increase compared to $441.57m...
Go to articleECC allows further export of 0.5m MT of sugar
The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has approved the export of an additional 500,000 MT of sugar...
Go to articleAchieving $100bn exports vital for economic resilience: Ahsan Iqbal
Raising exports from the current $30 billion to $100bn is essential for ensuring the country’s economic sovereignty Ahsan Iqbal stressed...
Go to articleSBP mandates 100% advance payment for sugar exports to Afghanistan
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has directed banks to ensure that 100% of sugar export proceeds to Afghanistan are received in advance through banking channels
Go to articleUSA leads as top export destination for Pakistan in Aug
The U. S. A. remained the top export destination for Pakistan during August 2024, with $473.84 million worth of shipments. However, this figure was down 4.2%...
Go to articleUSA leads as top export destination for Pakistan in July
The USA remained the top export destination for Pakistan during July 2024, with $476.02 million worth of shipments, up by 8.2%...
Go to articlePakistan's trade deficit widens 19.7% YoY in July
Pakistan's trade deficit in July 2024 has increased by 19.7% YoY to $1.95bn as compared to a deficit of $1.63bn recorded in the same month last year...
Go to articlePBC highlights issues with govt's $65bn export target
The Pakistan Business Council (PBC) has raised concerns regarding the government's ambitious export target of $65 billion set for the next three years...
Go to articlePakistan’s rice exports surge to record amid India's export restrictions
Pakistan's rice exports jumped significantly by 74.8% year-over-year to a record $3.68 billion during the fiscal year 2023-24...
Go to articleUSA leads as top export destination for Pakistan in FY24
The U.S.A. was the top source of export receipts for Pakistan during the fiscal year 2023-24, with $5.43 billion worth of shipments...
Go to articlePakistan’s textile exports fall for second consecutive year
Textile group exports — the cornerstone of Pakistan’s economy — fell for the second consecutive year in fiscal year 2023-24...
Go to articlePakistan’s IT exports surge 24% in FY24
Telecommunications, Computer, and Information Services surged 24.2% YoY to record the highest-ever exports of $3.2 billion in the fiscal year 2023-24...
Go to articleFM vows support for export-led growth
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to fostering export-led growth...
Go to articleIndia plans to ease rice export curbs to retain market share against Pakistan
India is likely to cut the floor price for basmati rice exports and replace the 20% export tax on parboiled rice...
Go to articleGovt imposes ban on flour export
The federal government on Friday withdrew its earlier decision and banned the export of flour made from imported wheat...
Go to articlePM says no decision made regarding wheat export
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said that the government has not yet made any decision regarding the export of wheat...
Go to articlePakistan's trade deficit narrows 12.3% YoY in FY24
Pakistan's trade deficit reduced by 12.3% YoY to $24.09bn in fiscal year 2023-24 as compared to a deficit of $27.47bn in the previous year...
Go to articleSBP issues conditions for exporting 150,000 MT of sugar
Given the federal government's approval to export 150,000 MT of sugar, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued certain conditions to Authorized Dealers...
Go to articlePlanning Minister urges export emergency measures in country
Planning Minister Ahsan Iqbal has expressed the government's commitment to adopt an export-led growth model to pull the country out of the quagmire...
Go to articleShaza Fatima praises SIFC, PSEB for IT export growth
Shaza Fatima Khawaja emphasized that the present government is focused on developing the IT sector, praising the roles of SIFC and PSEB...
Go to articleTextile exports rise 11.27% YoY to $1.48bn in May
The country's total textile exports increased by 11.27% YoY to $1.48bn in May 2024 compared to $1.33bn in May 2023...
Go to articleIT exports surge 40.7% YoY to $332m in May
Telecommunications, Computer, and Information Services made the largest contribution to the export of services with an amount of $332 million in May...
Go to articleTrade deficit narrows 15.2% YoY in 11MFY24
Pakistan's trade deficit in the eleven months of fiscal year 2023-24 has reduced by 15.2% YoY to $21.73bn as compared to a deficit of $25.64bn in 11MFY23...
Go to articlePakistan Tobacco unveils 'Made in Pakistan 3.0' initiative, targets $100m annual exports
In a significant milestone in the company's journey of innovation and economic contribution, Pakistan Tobacco Company Limited (PSX: PAKT) announced...
Go to articlePakistani sesame exports reach $1.5bn, officials emphasize growth potential
Pakistan has garnered $1.5 billion from sesame exports this year, said Director General (DG) of Agriculture Research Punjab Sajid-ur-Rehman...
Go to articleFruit exports rise 17.9% to $274m in 10MFY24
The exports of fruits increased by 17.85% during the first ten months of the current fiscal year as compared to the corresponding period of last year...
Go to articleMeat exports rise 24.4% YoY in 10MFY24
Meat and meat preparations exports from the country during the first 10 months of the current financial year grew by 24.37%...
Go to articleUSA continues its domination as Pakistan's top export destination in April
The U. S. A. remained the top export destination for Pakistan during April FY24, with $451.24 million worth of shipments, down by 2.5% YoY against...
Go to articleTextile exports rise 3.56% YoY to $1.36bn in March
The country's total textile exports increased by 3.56% YoY to $1.36 billion in March 2024 compared to $1.31bn in March 2023, data released by the State Bank...
Go to articleUSA leads as top export destination for Pakistan in March
The U. S. A. remained the top export destination for Pakistan during March FY24, with $421.43 million worth of shipments, down by 12.84% YoY against...
Go to articleWorld Bank anticipates low current account deficit of 0.7% of GDP for FY24
The current account deficit is expected to remain low at 0.7% of GDP in FY24 and to further narrow to 0.6% of GDP in FY25 and FY26, according to thE....
Go to articleICT export remittances surge by $257m in 8MFY24
In a notable development, the ICT export remittances have surged by $257 million or 14.94% to $1.977bn during...
Go to articlePakistan's trade deficit rises by 24.56% MoM in March
Pakistan's trade deficit for the month of March has increased by 24.56% MoM to $2.17 billion as compared to a deficit of $1.74bn recorded in February 2024....
Go to articleGovt lifts ban on flour exports
The federal government has amended the Export Policy Order to permit the export of flour...
Go to articleGovt urges Turkish support for SEZ industry setup in Pakistan
The Federal Minister for Planning, Ahsan Iqbal on Wednesday urged the Turkish Ambassador on the idea of seeking Turkish assistance to set up an....
Go to articlePakistan aims $100bn export economy in 7-8 years: Planning Minister
As Pakistan’s success hinges upon strengthened foreign exchange reserves, the government has set a goal to transform the nation into a....
Go to articleUSA tops Pakistan’s export chart with $424.5m in February
The U.S.A. remained the top export destination for Pakistan during February 2024, with $424.5 million worth of shipments...
Go to articleTextile exports drop 4.51% MoM to $1.37bn in February
The country's total textile exports registered a decrease of 4.51% MoM to $1.31bn in February 2024 compared to $1.37bn recorded in the previous month...
Go to articleTapping into IT sector is key to revive economy: Umar Saif
Pakistan has untapped potential in agriculture, mining, and information technology (IT), and these sectors could serve as catalysts for economic recovery...
Go to articleGovt imposes ban on export of bananas, onions for Ramadan
The government has decided to ban the export of bananas and onions till the end of Ramadan to control prices in the domestic...
Go to articleTextile exports grow 20% YoY to $1.41bn in February: APTMA
The country's total textile export registered an increase of 20% YoY to $1.41bn in February 2024 compared to $1.18bn recorded in the same period of last year...
Go to articleFBR issues Rs65bn refunds to exporters
The Federal Board of Revenue has issued all outstanding refunds as on March 03, 2024 to exporters amounting to Rs65 billion...
Go to articleTrade deficit improves by 13.5% MoM in February
Pakistan's trade deficit for the month of February improved by 13.49% MoM to $1.71 billion as compared to a deficit of $1.98bn in January 2024...
Go to articleExporters get more freedom to use foreign currency accounts
The central bank has further eased rules for exporters, allowing them to use their Exporters’ Special Foreign Currency Accounts (ESFCAs) for any...
Go to articlePakistan aims for $20bn bilateral trade with Saudi Arabia
Observing that the current trade volume falls short of expectations, the Caretaker Federal Minister for Commerce and Industry, Gohar Ejaz, stated that...
Go to articleTextile exports rise 4.29% MoM to $1.37bn in January
The country's total textile exports registered a drop of 4.29% MoM to $1.32bn in January 2024 compared to $1.37bn recorded in the previous month...
Go to articleChina dominates as Pakistan’s top import partner in January FY24
Among Pakistan’s top trading partners, China remained the top source of imports for Pakistan during January FY24, followed by Qatar, Saudi Arabia...
Go to articlePakistan posts a current account deficit of $269m in January
Pakistan has recorded a current account deficit of $269 million largely due to a decline in exports and an increase in imports..
Go to articleIT sector achieves remarkable growth in five months
The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunications has shared the remarkable achievements made over the past five months in the IT. industry..
Go to articlePakistan textile industry warns of shutdowns amid energy crisis
Pakistan's textile and apparel sector is facing an existential threat from soaring energy costs and power shortages, and more than half of the industry is at...
Go to articlePakistan launches first ever e-Rozgar Center for freelancers
Pakistan has formally launched the country's first e-Rozgar Center in collaboration with Excel Consulting Services, featuring 100 workstations equipped with...
Go to articlePakistan aims to export $5bn worth of smartphones in five years
Pakistan’s mobile phone industry is booming, and the country is targeting to export smartphones worth $500 million in the next two years and a staggering $5...
Go to articleBreakup of Pakistan's trade data in December: PBS
Pakistan's revised trade deficit for the month of December clocked in at $1.83 billion compared to a deficit of $1.97bn from the previous month, improving...
Go to articlePakistan achieves record-breaking exports, surpassing expectations in 2QFY24
In a remarkable turn of events, Pakistan has transitioned from facing potential default to achieving a record-breaking surplus in its current account...
Go to articleIT exports hit record high of $303m in December 2023
The Information and communication technology (ICT) export remittances have surged to an all-time high of $303 million, an astounding increase 22.67%...
Go to articleTextile exports fell by 4.19% MoM in December: SBP
The country's total textile exports registered a decrease of 4.19% MoM to $1.32bn in December 2023 compared to $1.37bn recorded in the previous month...
Go to articleUS tops Pakistan’s exports in Dec, but down 2.6% YoY
The United States of America retained its position as the primary export destination for Pakistan during December FY24, with $449.09 million worth of shipment..
Go to articlePakistan posts a current account surplus of $397m in December
Pakistan has recorded a current account surplus of $397 million largely due to a decline in imports and an increase in exports...
Go to articleIT sector achieves remarkable growth in four months
The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunications has shared the remarkable achievements made over the past four months in the Information...
Go to articleCommerce Minister envisions a $20bn surge in exports for 2024
Dr. Gohar Ejaz, the Federal Minister for Commerce, Industry and Investments envisions a substantial boost in Pakistan's exports, projecting...
Go to articlePakistan explores new avenues of cooperation with MENA economies
The government is focusing on making Pakistani markets accessible to the MENA region by strengthening economic ties with MENA economies, creating the...
Go to articlePakistan seeks to boost textile exports to China: FPCCI Chairman
Chairman of the Federation Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) Capital Office, Karim Aziz Malik, expressed optimism about boosting Pakistan's...
Go to articlePakistan turns to wheat imports amid agriculture hurdles
Pakistan has shifted from an exporter to an importer of wheat, one of its main cash crops as its agriculture sector struggles to overcome hurdles including...
Go to articleTrade deficit improves by 34% YoY in 1HFY24
Pakistan's trade deficit for the first half of FY24 improved significantly by 34.29% YoY to $11.15 billion as compared to $16.97bn in 1HFY23...
Go to articleFCCI president urges Pakistani exporters to tap Saudi market
To review ways and means to enhance exports to Saudi Arabia, President Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FCCI) Dr Khurram Tariq held...
Go to articleSialkot industries earned $2.5bn through exports: SCCI President
Through exports, Sialkot-based small and medium industries earned foreign exchange worth over $2.5 billion, the Sialkot Chamber of Commerce and Industry...
Go to articleSBP introduces new scheme to simplify import of input goods
A new “Export Facilitation Scheme” has been added to the Customs Rules 2001, which includes an International Toll Manufacturing (ITM) procedure allowing...
Go to articlePakistan’s exports witness massive growth of 33% YoY in December
In the first 20 days of December 2023, Pakistan experienced an outstanding year-on-year increase in exports, amounting to $479 million, reflecting an...
Go to articleTextile exports fell by 5.43% MoM in November: SBP
The country's total textile exports registered a decrease of 5.43% MoM to $1.37bn in November 2023 compared to $1.45bn recorded in the....
Go to articleUSA leads as top export destination for Pakistan in November
The U. S. A. remained the top export destination for Pakistan during November FY24, with $435.14 million worth of shipments, down by 7.89% YoY....
Go to articleAPTMA, China Chamber of Commerce sign MOU to boost trade
The All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and Export...
Go to articleIAC meets to boost industrial sector for $100bn exports vision
To achieve the national objective of $100 billion in exports, the Ministry of Industries and Production conducted a meeting of the Industrial Advisory Council..
Go to articleChina’s top cotton maker eyes Pakistan for collaboration
Winner Group, a leading Chinese cotton product manufacturer, has expressed strong interest in collaborating with cotton-producing giants like Pakistan...
Go to articlePakistan on right track to economic recovery: Commerce Minister
Pakistan's trade performance has shown significant improvement in 5MFY24, and the country's journey to stability continues...
Go to articleTrade deficit improves by 13% MoM in November
Pakistan's trade deficit for the month of November was $1.89 billion compared to a deficit of $2.17bn from the previous month, reflecting...
Go to articleGovt establishes 2 export advisory councils to accelerate $100bn export vision
In pursuit of Pakistan's $100 billion export vision, the government has created two separate Export Advisory Councils for...
Go to articlePetroleum import bill falls by 16.39% YoY to $1.23bn in October: SBP
The import bill of the petroleum group plunged to $1.23 billion in October 2023, marking a decrease of 16.39% YoY...
Go to articleTextile exports rose by 9% MoM in October: SBP
The country's total textile export registered an increase of 9.05% MoM to $1.45bn in October 2023 compared to $1.33bn....
Go to articleUSA leads as top export destination for Pakistan in October
The U.S.A. continued to remain the top export destination for Pakistan with $485.17 million worth of shipments in October, marking a rise of 2.06% YoY...
Go to articleCurrent account deficit worsens by 61% MoM to $74m in October
The current account deficit for October 2023 widened significantly by 60.87% MoM to stand at $74 million compared to the deficit of $46m in September 2023...
Go to articleBreakup of Pakistan's trade data in October: PBS
Pakistan's revised trade deficit for the month of October clocked in at $2.174 billion compared to a deficit of $1.52bn from the previous month...
Go to articleDr. Shamshad Akhtar urges strategic measures to narrow export-import gap
The export-import gap can be narrowed by tapping into new markets with technological advancements and eliminating impediments....
Go to articleChina approves import of Pakistani dairy products
The Pakistani dairy products that meet the inspection and quarantine requirements are now permitted to be imported to China as of November 06...
Go to articleChina's economy shows mixed signals with import growth, export decline
China's imports unexpectedly grew in October while exports contracted at a quicker pace, in a mixed set of indicators...
Go to article$700m boost in exports expected after gas/RLNG pricing reforms: APTMA
The All Pakistan Textile Mills Association (APTMA) expects exports to increase by as much as $700 million per month due to the removal of inter-province...
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