ISLAMABAD:
Pakistan International Airlines has signed a cargo cooperation agreement with Indonesia’s national carrier Garuda, an initiative aimed at providing Pakistani exporters with smoother and uninterrupted access to key global markets through an expanded and more competitive air cargo network.
According to a PIA spokesperson, the national carrier and Garuda Indonesia have formalized a special cargo pro-rata agreement designed to facilitate exports and strengthen Pakistan’s presence in international markets through better cargo connectivity.
The agreement comes into effect in January 2026 and will remain valid until July 2027, providing exporters with a defined window of stable freight arrangements and predictable rates for shipments to multiple international destinations.
Under the agreement, Pakistani export goods will be transported to Jakarta and other international cities via Jeddah and Kuala Lumpur, allowing exporters to more efficiently tap into Southeast Asian and wider global supply chains.
The agreement also extends cargo facilities to major trading hubs including Sydney, Melbourne, Singapore, Hong Kong and Bangkok, thereby significantly expanding the reach of Pakistani goods in Asia-Pacific markets.
PIA said the agreement would facilitate access to markets such as Shanghai, Guangzhou, Seoul and Australia, thereby improving transit options and reducing logistical hurdles faced by Pakistani exporters.
