The Federal Minister of Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, has announced the imminent launch of a trade dialogue between Pakistan and the United Kingdom aimed at strengthening trade and investment relations. This announcement came during a meeting with the British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Jane Marriott, where strategies were discussed to enhance the already strong trade ties between the two countries.

Minister Jam Kamal emphasized the longstanding political and historical bonds between Pakistan and the UK, highlighting the significant progress made in trade relations. He particularly lauded the Developing Countries Trading Scheme, initiated in June 2023, as a crucial opportunity for Pakistan to enhance its trade volumes with the UK.

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High Commissioner Marriott acknowledged the positive trajectory of bilateral trade, noting a steady growth in Pakistan’s exports to the UK. She expressed her readiness to collaborate with the new government, especially in the realm of climate financing.

Marriott underscored the urgency of addressing climate change, emphasizing that Pakistan, despite having played no role in creating the problem, is among the countries most affected by the climate crisis. She highlighted Pakistan’s ranking as the eighth most affected country and 32nd in terms of preparedness. Recognizing the need for financial resources to tackle these challenges, Marriott pledged to work with the government on climate financing initiatives.