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Tunisia envoy hope for finalization of Pak-Tunisia proposed PTA
14-Feb-2022 APP
There have been several rounds of negotiation between the two countries on finalizing the PTA, and also an exchange of potential trade lists between the two countries.
China, Pakistan ink new CPEC agreement
7-Feb-2022 The HIndu
China and Pakistan on Friday signed a new agreement on industrial cooperation as part of the China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) plan during Prime Minister Imran Khan’s on-going visit to Beijing.
Pakistan renegotiates terms and tariff for 2nd phase of FTA with China
7-Feb-2022 Pro Pakistani
Pakistan has started deliberations with China to renegotiate the terms and tariff lines for the second phase of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA), this was revealed by officials of the Ministry Of Commerce.
‘Breakthrough’ as Pakistan, TCC agree over share in Reko Diq case
21-Jan-2022 Ary News
Pakistan and Tethyan Copper Company (TCC) have agreed over 50 percent shares, likely paving way for averting a multi-billion-dollar fine imposed on Pakistan.
CPEC phase-II much broader
18-Jan-2022 The Express Tribune
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor phase-II is much broader in scope and focuses on relocation of industries, agriculture sector modernisation, cooperation in science and technology, said Pakistan’s Ambassador to China.
Pakistan and GCC finalise strategic dialogue to boost trade ties
7-Jan-2022 Gulf News
Pakistan’s Foreign Minister and GCC Secretary-General reviewed the latest developments and progress on the free trade agreement
Balochistan MPAs ‘satisfied’ over Reko Diq pact
3-Jan-2022 The Express Tribune
Pakistan federal govt officials tell lawmakers talks under way that may pave way for TCC’s Barrack to resume project.
FTA with Indonesia under review
14-Dec-2021 The Express Tribune
A trade agreement between Pakistan and Indonesia is being negotiated to enhance trade activities and it is likely to be implemented soon, said Ambassador of Indonesia to Pakistan Adam Mulawarman Tugio.
China’s BRI gets entangled in Pakistan port protest
8-Dec-2021 Asia Times
Gwadar unrest grows as fishing communities complain of job losses and broken promises linked to Belt and Road Initiative projects
Majority of CPEC projects completed: envoy
8-Dec-2021 The Express Tribune
A majority of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) projects have been completed, revealed Chinese Consul General in Karachi Li Bijian.
Azerbaijan, Pakistan to sign PTA
23-Nov-2021 Report News Agency
Pakistan and Azerbaijan are working on a preferential trade agreement, which will lower customs tariffs and improve bilateral trade, announced Azerbaijani ambassador to Pakistan.
Iran-Pakistan free trade agreement to be implemented within 3 months
8-Nov-2021 Tehran Times
Iran and Pakistan are going to implement a free trade agreement within the next three months, Iranian Industry, Mining, and Trade Minister announced.
Thai envoy stresses FTA critical to balance bilateral trade
8-Nov-2021 International The News
Trade between Pakistan and Thailand could be balanced if the government of Pakistan tackles the hurdles efficiently, particularly the delay in signing a free trade agreement (FTA), said acting Thailand Consul General Paoyee Waesahmae.
‘Pak-Thailand FTA likely to be finalised by end year’
3-Nov-2021 The International News
The process of dialogue between the two countries had been slowing down during the COVID- 19 pandemic period, the ambassador of Thailand to Pakistan said.
Summary to empower BoI for renegotiating BITs gathering dust
25-Oct-2021 Business Recorder
Under the new template, federal government would not be liable for private investor disputes. Mediation would be made compulsory, while foreign arbitrators would be decided in advance through consensus.
‘Pakistan to renegotiate all bilateral investment treaties’
22-Oct-2021 Dawn
Pakistan will renegotiate all bilateral investment treaties (BITs) on the basis of new BIT template being finalised by the government, a top official of the Board of Investment said.
Another Turkish firm moves ICSID against Pakistan
18-Oct-2021 The Express Tribune
Turkish construction company Bayindir filed a claim under the 1995 Turkey-Pakistan bilateral investment treaty at the ICSID on October 12.
Pakistan seeks trade deals with Saudi, UAE, Oman - official says
27-Sep-2021 Reuters
Pakistan will pursue individual trade deals with Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Oman, a Pakistani official said on Sunday, as talks with the Gulf Cooperation Council remain stalled.
Kenya-Pakistan end tariff wars, draft MoUs for more trade
2-Sep-2021 The Star
Kenya and Pakistan have ended a long-standing tariff war that hurt trade between the two countries, mainly Kenyan tea exports.
Protests in Pakistan erupt against China’s belt and road plan
24-Aug-2021 The Guardian
Protests have erupted in Pakistan’s port city Gwadar against a severe shortage of water and electricity and threats to livelihoods, part of a growing backlash against China’s multibillion-dollar belt and road projects in the country.