The friendship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia is at its strongest point today. Both the countries have a long history of brotherhood, faith, and trust, and now this relationship is moving toward a new era of economic cooperation and shared-progress. This growing partnership is very positive for both nations and is expected to bring benefits in trade, investment, and employment.
New phase of economic cooperation
The recent visit of Prince Mansoor bin Muhammad bin Saad Al Saud and his business delegation to Punjab, Pakistan, has been received with great warmth and respect. This visit shows the strong interest of Saudi Arabia in developing new business and trade links with Pakistan. The people and business community of Pakistan greatly appreciate this gesture and look forward to close cooperation in sectors like meat, agriculture, food processing, and industry.
Developing smooth flow of goods and services
We respectfully request the Saudi government to reduce import duties on Pakistani products. Lowering import taxes will help make Pakistani goods—especially meat, rice, fruits, vegetables, and textiles—more competitive and affordable in the Saudi market. This will not only increase Pakistan’s exports but also benefit Saudi consumers by giving them access to high-quality products at reasonable prices.
First irritant to be removed
Currently, exporters must pay the same Halal certification fee for each meat container, even if the shipment weight is different up to 28 metric tons, this becomes very expensive and increases the cost of meat. We suggest that the Halal certification fee should be charged according to the weight (per ton) instead of a fixed amount. This fair system will make export smore affordable and ensure a stable supply of Halal meat to Saudi Arabia.
Export of camel meat and frozen meat
Pakistan has a large population of healthy camels and can supply high-quality camel meat that meets all Halal and food safety standards. We request the Saudi authorities to allow the import of camel meat from Pakistan. In addition, permission to export frozen meat (along with chilled meat) would make transportation easier and help maintain quality during long-distance delivery. Frozen meat exports will also reduce costs and ensure regular supply to the Kingdom.
Restoring competitiveness of Pakistani exporters
High air and sea freight costs make it difficult to export perishable items such as meat, fruits, and vegetables. We request both governments and airline operators to reduce freight rates for these goods. Lower transport costs will make Pakistani products cheaper in Saudi markets and will also help exporters remain competitive.
Facilitation of Pakistani businessmen
We also request the Saudi government to make it easier for Pakistani businessmen to open companies and invest directly in Saudi Arabia. Simplified procedures, business-friendly policies, and faster licensing can encourage joint ventures and promote long-term partnerships.
This step will strengthen trade relations, create new job opportunities, and build deeper economic cooperation between the two countries.
Outlook of Pak–Saudi cooperation
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia share more than a diplomatic relationship—they share a bond of faith, trust, and friendship. With continued collaboration, trade facilitation, and supportive policies, both nations can achieve great success in food security, investment, and industrial growth. The friendship between Islamabad and Riyadh is a symbol of unity in the Muslim world. It is our sincere hope that this relationship continues to grow stronger, bringing peace, prosperity, and progress to both Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.