--- title: "Pakistan and Iran agree to boost economic cooperation and finalize FTA" description: "Most outlets reported that Pakistan and Iran agreed to expedite the finalization of a Free Trade Agreement and expand economic cooperation, with a shared target of reaching $10 billion in annual trade. Several emphasized the agreement to keep border crossings open round-the-clock to boost trade. The Nation highlighted the conclusion of the 10th Session of the Joint Trade Committee, while Pakistan Observer noted the reaffirmed commitment to the $10 billion trade target. Business Recorder provided additional details on proposed infrastructure development for a trade corridor." url: https://harzaviya.com/stories/1657-pakistan-iran-hold-trade-committee-meeting site: HarZaviya language: en --- # Pakistan and Iran agree to boost economic cooperation and finalize FTA business · latest filing 6 Aug 2026, 9:14 AM PKT · 3–6 Aug 2026 · 48 articles from 15 outlets over 4 developments ## How it developed Newest development first. Each carries its own coverage and, where we have one, our summary of it. ### 6 Aug 2026 — Pakistan and Iran agree to boost economic cooperation and finalize FTA (5 outlets) > Most outlets reported that Pakistan and Iran agreed to expedite the finalization of a Free Trade Agreement and expand economic cooperation, with a shared target of reaching $10 billion in annual trade. Several emphasized the agreement to keep border crossings open round-the-clock to boost trade. The Nation highlighted the conclusion of the 10th Session of the Joint Trade Committee, while Pakistan Observer noted the reaffirmed commitment to the $10 billion trade target. Business Recorder provided additional details on proposed infrastructure development for a trade corridor. - **Daily Times** — [Pakistan, Iran to keep border crossings open to boost trade](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1534156/pakistan-iran-to-keep-border-crossings-open-to-boost-trade/) · 6 Aug 2026, 9:14 AM PKT > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, on Wednesday, reaffirmed that Pakistan highly valued its close and brotherly ties with the Islamic Republic of Iran. He emphasised that Pakistan would continue its sincere diplomatic efforts to promote peace and stability across the region. The prime minister met with a six-member delegation led by Iranian Minister of Industry, Mines […] - **The Nation** — [Pakistan highly values brotherly ties with Iran: PM](https://www.nation.com.pk/06-Aug-2026/pakistan-highly-values-brotherly-ties-iran-pm) · 6 Aug 2026, 9:00 AM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD - Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif,on Wednesday, reaffirmed that Pakistan highly valued its close and brotherly ties with the Islamic Republic of Iran. - **Pakistan Observer** — [Towards $10bn trade](https://pakobserver.net/towards-10bn-trade/) · 6 Aug 2026, 7:31 AM PKT · 72% identical wording to the newest filing >   PAKISTAN and Iran have reaffirmed their commitment to expand bilateral trade to $10 billion, reflecting the growing momentum in… - **Dawn** — [Pakistan, Iran conclude trade talks, advance FTA negotiations](https://www.dawn.com/news/2020902/pakistan-iran-conclude-trade-talks-advance-fta-negotiations) · 6 Aug 2026, 7:27 AM PKT · 72% identical wording to the newest filing > https://www.dawn.com/news/2020881 - **Business Recorder** — [Islamabad, Tehran agree to open borders ‘round-the-clock’](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433538/islamabad-tehran-agree-to-open-borders-round-the-clock) · 6 Aug 2026, 6:40 AM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Seeking to give fresh impetus to economic ties, Pakistan and Iran on Wednesday agreed to expand border trade and take measures to keep crossing points open round the clock, as the two neighbours moved to remove hurdles in cross-border commerce. The understanding was reached during a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and a six-member Iranian delegation led by Iran’s Minist... ### 5 Aug 2026 — Pakistan and Iran agree to boost bilateral trade and expand border operations (14 outlets) > Most outlets highlighted Pakistan and Iran's shared goal of increasing bilateral trade to $10 billion, with several noting the 10th Pakistan-Iran Joint Trade Committee meeting as a context. A majority also reported on the agreement to expand border trade by extending operating hours at crossings and improving logistics and customs coordination. While most framed the $10 billion trade target as a central goal, a few outlets, such as *The Express Tribune* and *Daily Times*, led with the round-the-clock border operations as a key measure to achieve it. Some, like *ARY News (English)* and *ProPakistani*, specifically mentioned the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a near-term objective, while others, like *Dawn* and *Business Recorder*, focused more broadly on economic cooperation and border facilitation. - **Pakistan Observer** — [Pakistan, Iran Agree to Boost Border Trade, Advance FTA Talks](https://pakobserver.net/pakistan-iran-agree-to-boost-border-trade-advance-fta-talks/) · 5 Aug 2026, 11:33 PM PKT > Pakistan and Iran have agreed on round-the-clock border operations, improving logistics networks, and aligning customs procedures to facilitate cross-border trade.… - **Dunya News** — [Pakistan, Iran discuss investment opportunities and Chabahar-Karachi trade corridor](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Business/966470-pakistan-iran-discuss-investment-opportunities-and-chabaharkarachi-t) · 5 Aug 2026, 11:13 PM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan and Iran discussed investment, barter trade, joint ventures and a proposed Karachi-Chabahar corridor to expand bilateral economic cooperation. - **Aaj News (English)** — [Pakistan, Iran agree to boost border trade, eye $10bn target](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330466657/pakistan-iran-agree-to-boost-border-trade-eye-10bn-target) · 5 Aug 2026, 11:13 PM PKT · 86% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met a high-level Iranian trade delegation in Islamabad on Wednesday, with both sides agreeing to boost border trade and keep crossings open around the clock. The six-member delegation was led by Iran’s Minister for Industry, Mining and Trade, Mohammad Atabak, according to a statement issued after the meeting. The two sides agreed to enhance facilities for round-the... - **The Nation** — [Pakistan highly values its brotherly ties with Iran: PM](https://www.nation.com.pk/05-Aug-2026/pakistan-highly-values-brotherly-ties-iran-pm) · 5 Aug 2026, 11:04 PM PKT · 60% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, on Wednesday, reaffirmed that Pakistan highly valued its close and brotherly ties with the Islamic Republic of Iran. - **Business Recorder** — [Pakistan, Iran agree to enhance economic cooperation](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433460/pakistan-iran-agree-to-enhance-economic-cooperation) · 5 Aug 2026, 11:00 PM PKT · 88% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan and Iran have agreed to promote border trade by improving facilities, keeping border crossings open round the clock, strengthening logistics, and harmonising customs procedures. The agreement was reached during a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and a six-member Iranian delegation led by Iran’s Minister of Industry, Mines and Trade, Seyyed Mohammad Atabak, which called on ... - **Dawn** — [Pakistan, Iran agree to keep border crossings open round the clock to boost trade](https://www.dawn.com/news/2020798/pakistan-iran-agree-to-keep-border-crossings-open-round-the-clock-to-boost-trade) · 5 Aug 2026, 9:30 PM PKT · 90% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan and Iran on Wednesday agreed to further expand trade ties by keeping border crossings open round the clock, improving logistics and harmonising customs procedures. The development came during a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and a six-member Iranian delegation, led by Iran’s Minister for Industry, Mine and Trade Mohammad Atabak, in Islamabad, according to a statement iss... - **Daily Times** — [Trade ties deepen as Pakistan, Iran target $10 billion](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1533981/trade-ties-deepen-as-pakistan-iran-target-10-billion/) · 5 Aug 2026, 8:57 PM PKT · 85% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan and Iran have agreed to strengthen border trade by keeping shared border facilities operational around the clock. The move aims to improve trade flows, logistics, and economic cooperation between the two countries. The agreement was reached during a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Iran’s Industry, Mine and Trade Minister Syed Mohammad Atabak […] - **BOL News** — [Pakistan, Iran reaffirm $10 billion bilateral trade target](https://www.bolnews.com/pakistan/pakistan-iran-reaffirm-10-billion-bilateral-trade-target/) · 5 Aug 2026, 8:54 PM PKT · 83% identical wording to the newest filing > The two sides agreed to enhance border trade by improving facilities for 24-hour border operations. The post Pakistan, Iran reaffirm $10 billion bilateral trade target appeared first on BOL News. - **ProPakistani** — [Pakistan and Iran Agree to Increase BIlateral Trade to $10 Billion](https://propakistani.pk/2026/08/05/pakistan-and-iran-agree-to-increase-bilateral-trade-to-10-billion/) · 5 Aug 2026, 8:41 PM PKT · 86% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan and Iran have agreed to strengthen bilateral trade, improve border connectivity, and expand cooperation in mining as both countries… Read More The post Pakistan and Iran Agree to Increase BIlateral Trade to $10 Billion appeared first on ProPakistani. - **The Express Tribune** — [Pakistan, Iran target FTA](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2622293/pakistan-iran-target-fta) · 5 Aug 2026, 8:33 PM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > Sign minutes after two days of talks covering $10b trade, investment and border connectivity - **Samaa** — [Pakistan, Iran push to achieve $10bn bilateral trade target](https://www.samaa.tv/2087354743-pakistan-iran-push-to-achieve-10bn-bilateral-trade-target) · 5 Aug 2026, 6:35 PM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Iranian Industry Minister Seyyed Mohammad Atabak to discuss boosting bilateral trade, border connectivity, mining cooperation and a proposed free trade agreement. - **24 News HD** — [Pakistan and Iran renew pledge to raise bilateral trade to $10b](https://www.24newshd.tv/05-Aug-2026/pakistan-iran-renew-pledge-raise-bilateral-trade-dollar-10b) · 5 Aug 2026, 4:16 PM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan and Iran have signed the agreed minutes at the conclusion of the 10th meeting of the Pakistan-Iran Joint Trade Committee, reaffirming their commitment to increase bilateral trade to 10 billion US dollars. - **ARY News (English)** — [Pakistan, Iran vow to finalize Free Trade Agreement soon](https://arynews.tv/pakistan-iran-vow-finalize-free-trade-agreement-soon) · 5 Aug 2026, 12:59 PM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Pakistan, Iran agree to expand border trade as talks on free trade agreement continue](https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2653515/pakistan) · 5 Aug 2026, 7:08 AM PKT · 90% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran agreed on Wednesday to expand border trade by extending operating hours at border crossings, improving customs coordination and logistics, and enhancing cooperation in the mining sector, as the two neighbors push ahead with negotiations on a free trade agreement. ### 4 Aug 2026 — Pakistan and Iran to advance trade cooperation, FTA negotiations (14 outlets) > Most outlets emphasized Pakistan and Iran's shared goal of raising bilateral trade to $10 billion and expediting negotiations on a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Several also noted the meeting of the 10th Pakistan-Iran Joint Trade Committee in Islamabad. A few outlets highlighted Iran's interest in expanding economic cooperation through the ports of Karachi and Gwadar. While most coverage framed the developments as a continuation of bilateral economic efforts, some placed greater emphasis on the FTA's potential to boost trade. - **Daily Times** — [Pakistan, Iran target $10bn trade volume](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1533449/pakistan-iran-target-10bn-trade-volume/) · 5 Aug 2026, 12:45 AM PKT > Pakistan and Iran have agreed to increase bilateral trade to $10 billion and complete a free trade agreement soon. The decision was reached during the 10th Pakistan-Iran Joint Trade Committee meeting in Islamabad. Federal Commerce Minister Jam Kamal and Iranian Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade Dr Mohammad Atabak jointly chaired the meeting. Both sides […] - **The Express Tribune** — [Pakistan, Iran eye $10b trade](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2622128/pakistan-iran-eye-10b-trade) · 4 Aug 2026, 11:20 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > Joint border markets, Gwadar port cooperation on agenda as neighbours revive economic ties - **Aaj News (English)** — [Iran eyes stronger trade links with Pakistan via Karachi, Gwadar ports](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330466466/iran-eyes-stronger-trade-links-with-pakistan-via-karachi-gwadar-ports) · 4 Aug 2026, 7:32 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > Iran has expressed interest in expanding trade and economic cooperation with Pakistan by strengthening connectivity through the ports of Karachi and Gwadar. The commitment was voiced by Iran’s Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade, Mohammad Atabak, during the 10th session of the Pakistan-Iran Joint Trade Committee in Islamabad, which he co-chaired with Pakistan’s Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan... - **Pakistan Observer** — [Pakistan, Iran Target $10bn in Bilateral Trade, Push for FTA](https://pakobserver.net/pakistan-iran-target-10bn-in-bilateral-trade-push-for-fta/) · 4 Aug 2026, 5:03 PM PKT · 90% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan and Iran have renewed their commitment to raise bilateral trade to $10 billion. According to a joint communiqué issued… - **ARY News (English)** — [Pakistan-Iran resolve to boost bilateral trade to 10 billion dollars](https://arynews.tv/pakistan-iran-resolve-boost-bilateral-trade-10-billion-dollars) · 4 Aug 2026, 3:58 PM PKT · 86% identical wording to the newest filing - **BOL News** — [Pakistan, Iran agree to fast-track $10 billion free trade agreement talks](https://www.bolnews.com/pakistan/pakistan-iran-agree-to-fast-track-10-billion-free-trade-agreement-talks/) · 4 Aug 2026, 1:12 PM PKT · 89% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran agreed Tuesday to expedite negotiations on a long-awaited free trade agreement, with officials from both countries stressing the need to conclude the pact quickly to boost bilateral trade, according to reports. Officials Reaffirm $10 Billion Trade Target The 10th Pakistan-Iran Joint Trade Committee meeting was held in Islamabad under the joint ... Read more The post... - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Iran says free trade agreement talks with Pakistan to conclude ‘successfully in near future’](https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2653324/pakistan) · 4 Aug 2026, 1:08 PM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Iran said on Tuesday negotiations on a long-discussed free trade agreement (FTA) with Pakistan were progressing well and could be concluded “in the near future,” as senior officials from the two neighboring countries met in Islamabad to deepen economic ties and advance a target of increasing bilateral trade to $10 billion. - **Dunya News** — [Pakistan, Iran reaffirm commitment to boost bilateral trade to $10bn](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Business/966220-pakistan-iran-reaffirm-commitment-to-boost-bilateral-trade-to-10bn) · 4 Aug 2026, 12:47 PM PKT · 83% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan and Iran reaffirm commitment to raise bilateral trade to $10 billion at joint trade committee meeting. - **Geo News** — [Pakistan, Iran reaffirm commitment to boost bilateral trade to $10bn](https://www.geo.tv/latest/676056-pakistan-iran-reaffirm-commitment-to-boost-bilateral-trade-to-10bn) · 4 Aug 2026, 12:19 PM PKT · 90% identical wording to the newest filing > Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan and Iranian Minister Mohammad Atabak co-chair the 10th Pakistan-Iran Joint Trade Committee meeting in Islamabad on August 4, 2026. — Radio PakistanTehran expresses hope for early conclusion of Pakistan-Iran FTA.Jam Kamal urges removal of barriers... - **24 News HD** — [Pakistan, Iran hope to conclude Free Trade Agreement soon](https://www.24newshd.tv/04-Aug-2026/pakistan-iran-hope-conclude-free-trade-agreement-soon) · 4 Aug 2026, 12:08 PM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing > Iran has expressed interest in expanding trade and economic cooperation with Pakistan through the ports of Karachi and Gwadar and hoped that the talks between the two countries on free trade agreement will be concluded soon, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Tuesday. - **Dawn** — [Iran expresses interest in expanding economic cooperation with Pakistan through Karachi, Gwadar ports](https://www.dawn.com/news/2020537/iran-expresses-interest-in-expanding-economic-cooperation-with-pakistan-through-karachi-gwadar-ports) · 4 Aug 2026, 11:58 AM PKT · 77% identical wording to the newest filing > Iran expressed interest in expanding trade and economic cooperation with Pakistan through the ports of Karachi and Gwadar on Tuesday, as a delegation from Tehran held a meeting with a business team from Pakistan in Islamabad, state broadcaster Radio Pakistan reported. The Radio Pakistan report said Iranian Industry, Mine and Trade Minister Mohammad Atabak led the delegation from Tehran and co-c... - **Samaa** — [Pakistan, Iran reaffirm $10bn trade target, push for early FTA](https://www.samaa.tv/2087354654-pakistan-iran-reaffirm-10bn-trade-target-push-for-early-fta) · 4 Aug 2026, 11:30 AM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan and Iran reaffirm $10 billion trade target, push for early FTA and stronger connectivity at Joint Trade Committee meeting. - **Business Recorder** — [Pakistan, Iran eye early FTA amid $10bn trade target](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433231/pakistan-iran-eye-early-fta-amid-10bn-trade-target) · 4 Aug 2026, 11:20 AM PKT · 88% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan and Iran on Tuesday agreed to expedite negotiations on a long-awaited Free Trade Agreement (FTA), with Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan and Iran’s Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade Dr Mohammad Atabak stressing the need to conclude the pact at the earliest to boost bilateral trade. The 10th Pakistan-Iran Joint Trade Committee (JTC) meeting was held in Islamabad under the joint chairm... - **The Nation** — [10th Pak-Iran Joint Trade Committee meeting today](https://www.nation.com.pk/04-Aug-2026/10th-pak-iran-joint-trade-committee-meeting-today) · 4 Aug 2026, 7:27 AM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD - The ministry of commerce will host the 10th Pakistan-Iran Joint Trade Committee (JTC) meeting today (August 4) in Islamabad to further strengthen bilateral trade, investment and economic cooperation between the two neighbouring countries. ### 3 Aug 2026 — Pakistan and Iran to Hold Joint Trade Committee Meeting (2 outlets) > Most outlets reported the 10th Pakistan-Iran Joint Trade Committee meeting scheduled for August 4, emphasizing the goal of strengthening bilateral trade and investment. Arab News Pakistan noted the meeting would be hosted by Pakistan’s commerce ministry, while Daily Times highlighted the location as Islamabad and the focus on broader economic cooperation. Both excerpts framed the event as a routine diplomatic and economic engagement. - **Daily Times** — [Pakistan, Iran hold trade committee meeting](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1532920/pakistan-iran-hold-trade-committee-meeting/) · 3 Aug 2026, 11:47 PM PKT > Pakistan and Iran will hold the 10th Joint Trade Committee meeting in Islamabad on Tuesday. The talks aim to strengthen bilateral trade, investment, and broader economic cooperation between the neighboring countries. Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan and Iranian Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade Mohammad Atabak will jointly chair the meeting. According to the Ministry […] - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Pakistan, Iran to hold joint trade and investment talks tomorrow](https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2653231/pakistan) · 3 Aug 2026, 5:08 AM PKT · 88% identical wording to the newest filing > KARACHI: Pakistan’s commerce ministry announced on Monday that it would host an Iranian delegation for the 10th Pakistan-Iran Joint Trade Committee (JTC) meeting on August 4, saying both sides aim to strengthen bilateral trade, investment and economic cooperation.  Pakistan and Iran signed agreements last year across various fields and economic sectors to take their bilateral trade to $10 ... ## Part of a bigger story Other stories whose coverage resembles this one, nearest first. 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