ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has formally issued the “Transit of Goods through Territory of Pakistan Order 2026,” a strategic move aimed at streamlining the movement of commercial cargo between third countries and Iran via Pakistani soil.
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PM Shehbaz, Iran President Pezeshkian hold crucial talks on regional peace efforts
ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a detailed telephonic conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday, discussing ongoing diplomatic efforts and the evolving regional security situation.
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Trump extends Iran ceasefire on Pakistan request as talks hang in balance
U.S. President Donald Trump has extended a ceasefire with Iran at the request of Pakistani leaders, offering more time for fragile peace efforts even as military tensions and uncertainty persist.
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Pakistan urges safe passage in Hormuz, backs diplomacy to end conflict
UNITED NATIONS, April 17, 2026 — Pakistan called on the international community to ensure the security of ships and crew in the Strait of Hormuz and restore normal maritime traffic, warning that ongoing disruptions are inflicting widespread economic damage beyond the Middle East.
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Pakistan announces export relief to Iran, Central Asia via land routes
Islamabad, March 29, 2026 – The Government of Pakistan has unveiled a major export relief package aimed at boosting regional trade with Iran and several Central Asian nations, offering key exemptions for exporters using land routes amid the ongoing Middle East crisis.
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Pakistan thanks Iran for transit trade support
Islamabad, March 17, 2026 – Pakistan has expressed gratitude to the Iranian government for facilitating bilateral and transit trade, ensuring smooth movement of goods amid challenging regional conditions.
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At least nine killed in violent clashes at US Consulate in Karachi
Karachi, March 1, 2026: At least nine people were killed and more than 18 others injured on Sunday after violent clashes erupted between police and protesters outside the United States Consulate in Karachi, following demonstrations against recent US and Israeli strikes that reportedly martyred Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
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Pakistan installs advanced scanners at China and Iran borders to boost trade
Islamabad, December 21, 2025 — Pakistan has deployed state-of-the-art scanner systems at its borders with China and Iran, marking a significant step towards streamlining cross-border trade and improving security measures. The new scanning technology is designed to accelerate the inspection and clearance of trade goods, making the process faster, safer, and more efficient for exporters and importers.
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Pakistan seeks to strengthen trade and economic ties with Iran: PM Shehbaz
Islamabad, November 7, 2025 – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong desire to enhance trade and economic cooperation with the Islamic Republic of Iran, emphasizing that both nations share deep-rooted cultural, religious, and historical ties.
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Pakistan, Iran revise SRO to strengthen barter trade ties
Islamabad, October 19, 2025 – Pakistan and Iran have revised the Statutory Regulatory Order (SRO) under the Business-to-Business (B2B) Barter Trade Mechanism 2023, in a major step to enhance bilateral trade through non-cash exchanges.
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