Iran and Pakistan to hold 10th Joint Trade Committee meeting in Islamabad

Senior officials from Iran and Pakistan are set to meet on Tuesday and Wednesday (4–5 August) for the next round of Joint Trade Committee discussions in the Pakistani capital, Islamabad. The meeting is the 10th session of the committee, which aims to enhance bilateral trade and economic cooperation.

Seyyed Mohammad Atabak, Iran’s Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade, is expected to travel to Islamabad at the head of a delegation to attend the meeting. The Iranian delegation will include senior trade and economic officials.

The committee meeting is expected to discuss key priorities such as progress on a free trade agreement between the two countries, more facilitated transit operations, and stronger border infrastructure between Iran and Pakistan. These discussions are part of ongoing efforts to boost trade volumes and improve economic ties.

According to Mehr News Agency, the two-day meeting will focus on practical steps to remove trade barriers and enhance cooperation in various sectors. The outcomes of the meeting are anticipated to include agreements on streamlining customs procedures and increasing border market activities.

This meeting comes amid broader regional developments, with both countries seeking to expand economic relations. Iran and Pakistan have historically shared strong cultural and religious ties, and recent years have seen efforts to translate these into tangible economic partnerships.

The report by Mehr News Agency added that the Joint Trade Committee serves as a platform for addressing trade-related challenges and exploring new opportunities. The 10th session is expected to build on previous agreements and set a roadmap for future cooperation.