Pakistan, March 14 -- Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has assured the government's support for European Union (EU) businesses in Pakistan. He emphasized efforts to facilitate their operations, including ensuring the timely repatriation of dividends and profits. He discussed these commitments during a meeting with EU Ambassador Riina Kionka in Islamabad. The discussion focused on strengthening economic and trade relations between Pakistan and the EU.

Pakistan's exports to the EU grew by 8.62% in the first five months of FY25. Shipments reached $3.866 billion from July to November, up from $3.559 billion last year. The EU remains Pakistan's second-largest trading partner, benefiting from the GSP+ scheme. This agreement provides duty-fr...