ISLAMABAD:
Pakistan International Airlines has signed a cargo cooperation agreement with Indonesia’s national carrier Garuda, a move aimed at giving Pakistani exporters smoother, uninterrupted access to key global markets through an expanded and more competitive air cargo network.
According to a PIA spokesperson, the national flag carrier and Garuda Indonesia have formalized a Cargo Special Pro-Rate agreement designed to facilitate exports and strengthen Pakistan’s presence in international markets through improved cargo connectivity.
The agreement will take effect from January 2026 and will remain valid until July 2027, offering exporters a defined window of stable freight arrangements and predictable prices for shipments to multiple international destinations.
Under the agreement, Pakistani export cargo will be routed to Jakarta and other international cities via Jeddah and Kuala Lumpur, enabling exporters to tap into Southeast Asian and wider global supply chains more efficiently.
The agreement also extends cargo facilities to major commercial hubs including Sydney, Melbourne, Singapore, Hong Kong and Bangkok, significantly expanding the reach of Pakistani goods across the Asia-Pacific markets.
PIA said the arrangement would ease access to markets such as Shanghai, Guangzhou, Seoul and Australia, improve transit options and reduce logistical hurdles faced by Pakistani exporters.
