ISLAMABAD (TDI): Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce, met with the Chinese Minister Counsellor to review bilateral trade relations and explore practical measures to deepen economic cooperation between Pakistan and China.
The meeting focused on assessing current trade trends and identifying factors affecting export growth. Discussions centered on Pakistan’s priorities for expanding exports to China while ensuring mutual benefit and balanced trade development.
Key deliberations centered on high-potential export sectors, including agricultural products, rice, and seafood. Arrangements intended to enhance Pakistani rice exports were also explored. The two sides further considered prospects in copper and other minerals, highlighting the potential value of strengthened business-to-business engagement to support sectoral opportunities.
The role of the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) in advancing bilateral trade was reviewed, with both sides noting the importance of further institutional coordination to facilitate meaningful engagement between Pakistani exporters and Chinese counterparts.
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The Coordinator additionally drew attention to the newly formulated Gems and Jewellery Policy, noting potential avenues for collaboration in value-added sectors.
Both sides exchanged views on the ongoing CPFTA 3.0 negotiations, including offer and request lists, and discussed ways to progress talks in a balanced and mutually constructive manner. Broader strategic alignment with China’s 15th Five-Year Plan and regional connectivity matters, including the temporary closure of the Pakistan-Afghan border, were also considered.
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The meeting concluded with both sides noting the importance of continued dialogue to strengthen cooperation and explore opportunities for expanded trade.
Sohail Majeed
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