Pakistan and Kazakhstan to Sign $7bn Rail Connectivity MoU to Boost Regional Trade
Pakistan and Kazakhstan will sign a $7 billion rail connectivity MoU on February 3, 2026, marking a major breakthrough in regional transport links connecting Karachi Port with Central Asia.
ADB Prioritises Karachi–Rohri Rail Corridor to Support Reko Diq Logistics Under ML-1
A high-level Asian Development Bank mission has reaffirmed its commitment to prioritising the Karachi–Rohri rail corridor under the ML-1 framework to improve port connectivity and facilitate cargo movement from the Reko Diq project.
Pakistan Railways Partners with 1LINK and Finnect to Enable Nationwide Digital Payments
Pakistan Railways has signed a strategic agreement with 1LINK and Finnect, with support from State Bank of Pakistan, to digitize its collection system across multiple banking channels. The move aligns with the government’s vision of creating a cashless economy.
Pakistan and U.S. Explore Railway Partnerships to Strengthen Connectivity and Investment
Pakistan and the United States have held discussions on expanding cooperation in Pakistan Railways, focusing on infrastructure upgrades, digitalization, and investment opportunities to improve regional connectivity.