The Government of Pakistan has resolved to dispatch a high-level delegation to the United States to strengthen bilateral trade relations and engage in discussions regarding the recent imposition of reciprocal tariffs by the administration of US President Donald Trump.
President Trump announced last week a 10 percent baseline tariff on all imports into the United States, alongside significantly higher duties on imports from several countries, including key trading partners. These measures have disrupted global markets and caused concern among US allies.
Pakistan has been particularly affected, with the US imposing a 29 percent tariff on its exports.
According to a statement from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s office, the delegation has been instructed to explore a mutually beneficial path forward through dialogue. Prominent exporters and business leaders will accompany the delegation to ensure that Pakistan’s economic interests are effectively represented.
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This decision was made following a strategic review meeting chaired by Prime Minister Sharif, which focused on enhancing Pakistan’s export capacity and addressing the implications of the new US trade measures. “Various alternative policy options in response to the new tariffs were discussed during the meeting,” the statement added.
