ISLAMABAD — Pakistan Central Asia trade surged to $2.41 billion in FY25, marking a sharp rise from $1.92 billion in the previous fiscal year. This growth reflects renewed momentum in regional commerce and expanding export markets.
Pakistan’s exports to Central Asian states, Afghanistan, and Azerbaijan rose to $1.77 billion, while imports reached $641 million. In comparison, FY24 recorded $1.34 billion in exports and $581 million in imports, according to documents reviewed by Wealth Pakistan.
Afghanistan remained Pakistan’s top regional trading partner. Exports to Afghanistan climbed to $1.39 billion, and imports totaled $612.5 million. Kazakhstan followed with $250.8 million in exports, while Uzbekistan received $91.4 million in goods and exported $20.3 million to Pakistan.
Other partners—Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Azerbaijan—maintained smaller but consistent trade volumes. Although modest, these figures show potential for future expansion.
Central Asian countries conducted $318.01 billion in global trade during FY24. Yet, Pakistan’s share remained under $0.5 billion, highlighting significant untapped potential. Experts believe that Pakistan can increase its share by improving direct connectivity and building strategic trade routes.
Transit trade between Pakistan and Central Asia reached $410 million in FY25. This figure signals growing reliance on Pakistan’s corridors for regional movement of goods and services.
While current growth is encouraging, experts stress the need for long-term planning. Pakistan must invest in infrastructure, simplify customs procedures, and strengthen diplomatic ties to unlock full regional trade potential.
The Pakistan Central Asia trade corridor offers a gateway to economic diversification, regional integration, and export-led growth. With focused policy and strategic partnerships, Pakistan can transform its role from a transit route to a regional trade hub.
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