Trade
Islamabad, Washington push early conclusion of Reciprocal Trade Framework
Pakistan and the United States reaffirmed their commitment to concluding a reciprocal trade framework after reviewing significant progress in negotiations, building on recent Washington talks aimed at expanding bilateral trade, investment and long-term economic cooperation.
August 5, 2026
Trump orders new 50% tariff on certain Canadian goods
The tariffs take effect in 30 days and cover a wide range of goods, including wine, hockey sticks and cement, said the White House in a fact sheet.
July 20, 2026
Pakistan, Kenya agree to double bilateral trade in five years
Pakistan and Kenya reaffirm their commitment to expanding economic cooperation during the Second Joint Trade Committee session in Islamabad, agreeing to double bilateral trade and strengthen collaboration across multiple key sectors.
May 21, 2026
Pakistan pushes maritime reforms to boost trade, strengthen regional hub
Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry says Pakistan is accelerating maritime reforms to upgrade Karachi Port, Port Qasim and Gwadar Port, aiming to boost trade efficiency and position itself as a regional trans-shipment hub.
April 29, 2026
Pakistan president to visit China for talks on trade, CPEC
He is expected to hold meetings with provincial leaders to discuss bilateral relations, with a particular focus on economic and trade cooperation and the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), the Foreign Office said
April 25, 2026
US, China hold 'constructive' talks on trade, but Trump visit in doubt
Washington and Beijing say dialogue remains ongoing after high-level discussions in Paris, as tensions persist over tariffs and trade probes. Meanwhile, uncertainty grows over a potential Trump-Xi summit amid the Middle East conflict and Hormuz disruption.
March 16, 2026
US forces board tanker in Indian Ocean after Venezuela blockade evasion
US forces boarded the Panama-flagged tanker Veronica III in the Indian Ocean after tracking it from the Caribbean, accusing it of violating sanctions on Venezuelan and Iranian oil, the Department of War said in a statement on X.
February 16, 2026
India forced to defend US trade deal as doubts mount
The deal with Washington has sparked backlash, with experts doubting India can meet ambitious US purchase targets and warning that tariff threats and uncertainty over Russian oil imports could destabilize the fragile pact.
February 16, 2026
Pakistan president to visit UAE for talks on trade, security and regional issues
The visit, scheduled for Jan. 26–29, will include meetings with the UAE leadership to review bilateral ties and discuss issues of mutual regional and international interest.
January 26, 2026
Pakistan PM, UAE envoy discuss expanding bilateral ties
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met UAE Ambassador Salem Al Zaabi, reaffirming strong bilateral ties, welcoming President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed’s visit, praising UAE support, and urging expanded cooperation in trade, energy, IT, railways, and aviation.
December 23, 2025