Strategic Breakthrough: IRU Designates Rimdan as TIR Border – Gabd – Rimdan Corridor Emerges as Regional Lifeline
The designation of “Rimdan” (Iran) as a TIR-enabled international border crossing by the International Road Transport Union on 30 March 2026 marks a major milestone for regional connectivity and transit trade. This development establishes the Gabd (Pakistan) – Rimdan (Iran) corridor as a fully operational TIR route, unlocking new opportunities for Pakistan, Iran, and the […]
Pakistan’s FI Waiver for Iran Trade: A Strategic Step Toward Regional Connectivity
Pakistan Grants FI Waiver for Iran Trade: A Timely Gesture of Goodwill March 27, 2026 In a significant development reflecting both foresight and solidarity, the Government of Pakistan has granted a temporary exemption from the Financial Instrument (FI) requirement for exports to the Islamic Republic of Iran and onward to Central Asian Republics via the […]
SECOND OIC CONFERENCE OF TRANSPORT MINISTERS
“STRENGTHENING TRANSPORT CONNECTIVITY TO DEEPEN FRATERNITY AMONG OIC MEMBER STATES” HELD IN ISTANBUL, REPUBLIC OF TÜRKIYE 12TH FEBRUARY, 2026 The 2nd OIC Conference of Transport Ministers (OICCTM) under the theme “Strengthening Transport Connectivity to Deepen Fraternity among OIC Member States” was held in Istanbul, Republic of Türkiye, on 12th February, 2026. The Senior Officials Meeting […]
Token of Thanks – Khaitkulov Shokhrukh
IRT Chamber of Pakistan Congratulates NLC on Making Angoor Adda Border Terminal Functional in Record 30 Days
The IRT Chamber of Pakistan extends heartfelt congratulations to the National Logistics Corporation (NLC) for its extraordinary achievement of making the Angoor Adda Border Terminal in South Waziristan fully functional within just 30 days. This remarkable milestone highlights NLC’s unmatched capacity to deliver under the most difficult circumstances, while reinforcing Pakistan’s vision for trade facilitation, […]
Regional Connectivity for Shared Prosperity (Pakistan-Kazakhstan)
Islamabad, August 27, 2025 The Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Y. Kistafin, held a meeting for Strengthening Regional Connectivity to Share Prosperity between brotherly Countries Pakistan-Kazakhstan. President, IRT Chamber of Pakistan (IRTCoP) Rana Asif Khan and S.V.P IRTCoP Amir Malik attended the meeting. The meeting was […]
IRTCoP Participated in Briefing Session with H.E. Mr. Yerzhan Kistafin, Ambassador of Kazakhstan
On August 27, 2025 at Islamabad. The International Road Transport Chamber of Pakistan (IRTCoP) had the privilege of participating in a high-level briefing session with H.E. Mr. Yerzhan Kistafin, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Pakistan. Representing IRTCoP, President Mr. Rana Asif Khan and Senior Vice President Mr. Aamir Malik attended the session, which […]
Maersk Ends Direct US-South Africa Shipping Route: Implications for Global Trade and Pakistan’s Logistics Sector
The global shipping industry has been dealt another shake-up with Danish shipping giant Maersk announcing the termination of its direct cargo route between South Africa and the United States, effective October 1. This decision removes a crucial link between Africa’s largest economy and one of its most significant trading partners, forcing shipments to be rerouted […]
Pakistan Issues First Ever License for International Ferry Service Connecting to Iran and GCC Countries
In a landmark step toward improving regional maritime connectivity, Pakistan has issued its first-ever international ferry service license. This historic development paves the way for licensed passenger ferry operations between Pakistan, Iran, and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Bahrain. The license was awarded to Sea Keepers, following a […]
Pakistan, Iran & Iraq Agree on Joint Pilgrim Travel Framework Starting 2026
ISLAMABAD – In a landmark step toward improving the pilgrimage experience, Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi announced that starting January 1, 2026, Pakistani pilgrims will only be permitted to travel to Iraq through officially registered group organisers. This change comes as part of a trilateral agreement between Pakistan, Iran, and Iraq to streamline pilgrim movement […]