An in depth meeting and discussion with Hong Kong General Chamber of commerce. Have extended them an invitation to visit Pakistan and see the diversity in our overall economic spectrum. Chairman and senior Members of the chamber showed interest in exploring different opportunities and meeting up with the business houses. @ThePBC_Official

Pleased to meet HKSAR Chief Executive Mr. John Lee Ka-chiu in Hong Kong, joined by Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Mr. Algernon Yau. We discussed strengthening Pakistan–Hong Kong trade and economic cooperation, expanding business-to-business linkages, enhancing collaboration in services and finance, and improving air connectivity, including the potential resumption of Cathay Pacific flights to Pakistan. I also invited the Chief Executive to visit Pakistan as we work to translate our longstanding ties into stronger commercial partnerships and new opportunities for trade and investment. @newsgovhk @ForeignOfficePk @mincompk

Addressed the 11th Belt and Road Summit in Hong Kong, reaffirming Pakistan’s steadfast commitment to the BRI and highlighting transformative role in regional connectivity. Pakistan is emerging as a vital bridge between West, Central and East Asia. We invite our partners to explore opportunities and work together for sustainable, inclusive and people-centred prosperity. #BeltAndRoadSummit #BRI #CPEC #Pakistan #HongKong

Pleased to join fellow ministers, senior dignitaries and international delegates at the 11th Belt and Road Summit in Hong Kong. The Summit provides an important platform to strengthen connectivity, expand trade and investment, and deepen economic cooperation among BRI partner countries. Pakistan remains committed to building stronger regional partnerships and advancing mutually beneficial economic engagement.

Arrived in Hong Kong to represent Pakistan at the Belt and Road Summit. Addressing the Summit, participating in key sessions, and engaging with senior leaders, business organisations and investors to promote trade, attract investment and strengthen Pakistan’s economic partnerships.

During a review meeting with the Ministry’s Trade Wings, a stock taking was taken to see status on each market diversification, stronger B2B linkages, closer engagement with our overseas trade missions and government bilateral and multilateral engagement mechanisms. Our focus is on opening new opportunities for Pakistani rice, textiles, agricultural products, pharmaceuticals, processed food, light engineering goods, potential products and services. Country-specific action plans must address market-access barriers, logistics and banking challenges, potential buyers and pending institutional engagements. Trade agreements must deliver balanced and commercially meaningful benefits to Pakistan. Through closer coordination among government institutions, overseas missions and business community, we push to stronger trade diplomacy into measurable export and investment gains.

Pleased to co-chair the 9th Pakistan–Belarus Joint Ministerial Commission with H.E. Dzianis Maroz, Minister of Energy of Belarus. The signing of the JMC Protocol and Media MoU marks another important step in strengthening our partnership across trade, industry, agriculture, skilled workforce, science & technology, and media cooperation. Pakistan remains committed to translating our strong political ties with Belarus into greater trade, investment, business linkages and tangible benefits for our people. 🇵🇰🤝🇧🇾

Pakistan and Iran have concluded the 10th Joint Trade Committee with concrete measures to advance shared trade. Progress on the FTA, B2B linkages, border markets, investment and trade facilitation.

CAREC Secretariat briefed on key regional initiatives aimed at enhancing trade, connectivity and investment. Pakistan remains committed to strengthening regional economic integration and looks forward to the upcoming CAREC Ministerial Conference and Business Forum in Mongolia. We value the continued support of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in advancing regional connectivity and shared prosperity.

Pleased to meet British High Commissioner Jane Marriott to discuss strengthening Pakistan–UK trade and investment ties. We agreed to deepen business-to-business cooperation and work towards upgrading the Trade Dialogue into a more structured economic partnership. Pakistan remains committed to tariff rationalisation, digitalisation and regulatory reforms to support SMEs, exporters and e-commerce. We look forward to the next Pakistan–UK Trade Dialogue which would pave forward the path towards collaboration in joint investment, trade and economic cooperation.

Pakistan’s digital future depends on empowering our entrepreneurs with technology, innovation and AI. Pleased to meet the Meta delegation and welcome their initiative to train 1,000 Pakistani SMEs in digital business and AI skills. We also discussed collaboration on Pakistan’s evolving E-Commerce and AI policies, digital transformation, and expanding opportunities for our SMEs to compete in global markets. The Ministry of Commerce looks forward to working with Meta and other technology partners to accelerate Pakistan’s digital economy and support innovation-led exports.

Met with the leadership of Samsung Pakistan and Lucky Group CEO Mohammed Ali Tabba to discuss the future of Pakistan’s mobile manufacturing industry. Samsung to use Pakistan not only as a manufacturing base but also as a regional hub for smartphone exports. We also discussed certified refurbishment, greater local value addition, technology transfer and a policy framework that supports investment, innovation and exports. Pakistan is ready to partner with global technology leaders to create jobs, strengthen industrial capacity and enhance export competitiveness.

Delighted to attend the National Day reception of the Arab Republic of Egypt. Warm congratulations to the Government and brotherly people of Egypt on their National Day. 🇵🇰🤝🇪🇬

Signing of the Digitalization Agreement between the National Tariff Commission (NTC) and Pakistan Single Window (PSW). This important step will modernize tariff and trade policy processes, enhance transparency, reduce case processing times, and strengthen Pakistan’s trade defense mechanisms in line with global best practices. A robust and digitalized NTC is vital for supporting industrial competitiveness, trade facilitation, and a high-growth economy. The Ministry of Commerce remains committed to leveraging technology-driven reforms to create a more efficient, predictable, and business-friendly trade environment for Pakistan.

Met with Pakistan Tobacco Company (PTC) to discuss industry challenges, taxation, enforcement against illicit trade, and measures to strengthen Pakistan’s documented economy. A strong formal sector is essential for investment, exports, employment, and sustainable economic growth. We will carefully examine the industry’s proposals and continue working with stakeholders to promote a business-friendly environment, expand the tax net, curb illicit trade, and attract investment to Pakistan.