Pakistan, Qatar explore trade corridors linking Middle East with Türkiye and Europe
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Pakistan and Qatar have explored the development of new trade corridors linking Pakistan through the Middle East and Türkiye to European markets to expand export routes and diversify commercial links. The discussions occurred during meetings between Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan and regional counterparts on the sidelines of the Belt and Road Summit, focusing on transport connectivity, trade facilitation, food security, and regional economic integration. The proposed transport routes aim to position Pakistan as a strategic trade and logistics hub by reducing delivery times, strengthening supply-chain resilience, and enhancing international product competitiveness. Minister Jam Kamal also held separate bilateral talks with officials from Sri Lanka and Bangladesh to build stronger economic cooperation. These initiatives arrive as maritime disruptions underscore the critical need for diversified logistics networks across Gulf economies, Türkiye, and Europe.
Pakistan and Qatar have discussed expanding regional trade connectivity through the Middle East and Türkiye towards European markets, as Islamabad seeks new routes to strengthen exports and diversify commercial links.
The discussions took place during meetings between Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan and regional counterparts on the sidelines of the Belt and Road Summit. The talks focused on trade facilitation, transport connectivity, food security and emerging economic opportunities.
During his engagement with Qatar’s representative, Jam Kamal explored the possibility of developing broader trade routes that could connect Pakistan with markets in the Middle East, Türkiye and Europe. Such corridors could provide Pakistani exporters with additional options for moving goods and accessing new commercial destinations.
The proposed connectivity would also support Pakistan’s wider objective of positioning itself as a regional trade and logistics hub. Improved transport links could help reduce delivery times, strengthen supply-chain reliability and enhance the competitiveness of Pakistani products in international markets.
The minister also held separate meetings with counterparts from Sri Lanka and Bangladesh. These discussions covered opportunities to expand bilateral trade, improve regional cooperation and develop stronger economic linkages.
Food security and emerging technologies were also part of the broader discussions held during the summit. Pakistan is seeking greater cooperation with regional partners in sectors that can support investment, trade growth and economic resilience.
The exploration of new trade routes comes as disruptions in major maritime corridors have highlighted the importance of diversified logistics networks. For Pakistan, stronger links with Gulf economies, Türkiye and Europe could support export expansion while creating opportunities for transit trade and regional integration.
