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Pakistan, EU Strengthen Trade Ties in Strategic Dialogue

11/26/2025

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Dar Strengthens Trade

The 7th Pakistan–European Union Strategic Dialogue occurred in Brussels, co-chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and EU High Representative Kaja Kallas.
They prioritized deepening trade ties through the EU’s GSP+ scheme to spur sustainable growth and jobs.
The talks also addressed South Asia and Afghanistan and urged coordinated action on climate and other global challenges.

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China-EU Trade Resilience

In 2024, bilateral trade between China and the European Union reached $785.8 billion, showing resilience despite tensions.
China and the European Union held high-level talks to signal a commitment to deepen economic cooperation.
They urged the EU to avoid restrictive measures on Chinese investments and to pursue market-driven collaboration.
Volkswagen Group (the German carmaker) continues to prioritize ties with China amid broader concerns about decoupling.

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Historical Context

The 2012 Pakistan–European Union Strategic Dialogue aimed to enhance cooperation in trade and development, building on the EU's GSP+ scheme that boosted Pakistan's exports to €1.1 billion in 2013. This ongoing dialogue reflects the EU's commitment to fostering sustainable growth in South Asia, addressing global challenges like climate change and regional stability, and shaping future trade policies.

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Dar Strengthens Trade

The 7th Pakistan–European Union Strategic Dialogue occurred in Brussels, co-chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and EU High Representative Kaja Kallas.
They prioritized deepening trade ties through the EU’s GSP+ scheme to spur sustainable growth and jobs.
The talks also addressed South Asia and Afghanistan and urged coordinated action on climate and other global challenges.

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