Pakistan Exports to US Increased to $3 Billion in 6 Months

Pakistan exports to US increased significantly in the first six months of the fiscal year. Official documents show Pakistan exported goods worth $3 billion to the United States.

Pakistan also imported goods worth $1.62 billion from the US during the same period. The total bilateral trade volume between the two countries reached $4.61 billion.

Officials recorded a 3–4% rise in exports compared to last year. The trade balance stayed in Pakistan’s favor. Pakistan maintained a trade surplus of $1.36 billion.

Last year, Pakistan exported goods worth $2.9 billion to the US in the same period. This year, exports increased by $89 million, which equals about 3% growth.

The textile sector led the growth. Textile exports rose 4% and reached $2.47 billion. Manufacturing and mining exports also grew 3%, reaching $434 million.

Agricultural and food product exports showed strong improvement. This sector recorded a 9% increase, reaching $99 million.

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Documents show that Pakistan’s total annual exports to the US last year were $5.28 billion. The yearly total trade volume between the two countries stood at $8.71 billion.

However, experts fear future challenges. A new trade deal between the US and the European Union with India may affect Pakistani exports. The US tariff on Pakistani products stands at 19%, while Indian goods face 18% tariffs.

Despite these concerns, Pakistan exports to US increased steadily in the current fiscal year and strengthened the country’s trade position.