Pakistan’s Trade Deficit with Middle East Narrows in Q1 FY26 as Energy Imports Shift
Pakistan’s trade gap with Middle Eastern economies narrowed in the first quarter of FY26 due to reduced regional imports, especially oil, alongside a decline in exports, according to State Bank data.
Pakistan’s Trade Deficit Surges 46% in September 2025 Amid Falling Exports and Rising Imports
Pakistan’s trade deficit surged 46% in September 2025 to US$3.3 billion, driven by falling exports and rising imports, raising concerns over foreign exchange reserves and economic stability.
Pakistan’s Trade Deficit Widens 30% YoY to $2.9 Billion in August 2025 Amid Export Decline
Pakistan’s trade deficit surged to $2.9 billion in August 2025, driven by shrinking exports and rising imports. Official data highlights growing external pressures, with the trade gap up nearly 30% year-on-year despite a month-on-month improvement.