ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s trade surplus with the United States has exceeded $4 billion in the latest fiscal year, with overall bilateral trade rising by 16% to $7.598 billion, according to official data, reflecting a strong upward trajectory in economic ties.
Pakistan’s exports to the US reached $5.83 billion — a 10% increase from the previous year. Key export items included bed linen, table, toilet, and kitchen products worth $1.038 billion; men’s suits, jackets, and trousers valued at $936 million; ready-made garments and fabrics at $386 million; T-shirts worth $361 million; jerseys and pullovers at $312 million; socks at $278 million; leather goods at $165 million; and women’s apparel at $157 million.
Imports from the US saw a sharp 40% jump, with purchases totaling $2.768 billion. Major imports included cotton worth $393 million, iron and steel scrap at $160 million, soybeans at $137 million, and coal at $56 million. Other significant imports were turbojets and gas turbines worth $50 million, computer machinery at $40 million, petroleum oils at $38 million, electromedical equipment at $36 million, and dried fruits at $33 million.
The record-high trade surplus underscores the resilience of Pakistan-US economic relations and signals potential for even stronger trade cooperation in the years ahead.
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