Oct 17

Pakistan and Russia Review Bilateral Cooperation in Connectivity, Trade, and Investment

Beijing, China, October 17, 2023 – Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar of Pakistan met with the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, on Tuesday. During their meeting held on the sidelines of the Third Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation, the two leaders discussed and reviewed bilateral cooperation, with a special focus on […]

by Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

First Russian Crude Oil Carrier Ship Arrives at Port of Karachi

Jun 11

Energy, National, Top stories

First Russian Crude Oil Carrier Ship Arrives at Port of Karachi

The port of Karachi on Sunday welcomed its first-ever Russian crude oil carrier ship. The arrival of this vessel marks a significant milestone in the relationship between Pakistan and the Russian Federation.

by Faisal Shahnawaz

FPCCI welcomes direct shipping, cargo service between Russia and Pakistan

May 26

Ports and Shipping, Trade & Industry

FPCCI welcomes direct shipping, cargo service between Russia and Pakistan

The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) has expressed its support for the commencement of direct shipping and cargo service between Russia and Pakistan.

by Faisal Shahnawaz

Russian cargo vessel arrives at Karachi Port

May 26

Ports and Shipping

Russian cargo vessel arrives at Karachi Port

The Russian container vessel “Crystal St Petersburg” successfully made its maiden call at Karachi Port after a journey of 21 days, said a statement issued on Thursday May 25, 2023..

by Hamza Shahnawaz

Russian oil to reach Pakistan through Oman Port: Minister

May 25

Energy, National, Top stories

Russian oil to reach Pakistan through Oman Port: Minister

In the coming days, the first shipment of Russian oil will reach Pakistan through small boats, with 100,000 tons of crude oil set to anchor at Oman Port by the end of the month, according to a Pakistani minister.

by Faisal Shahnawaz

Russia hopes rapid improvement in Pakistan relations despite sanctions

Mar 15

Trade & Industry

Russia hopes rapid improvement in Pakistan relations despite sanctions

KARACHI: Russia hopes improvement in relations with Pakistan despite sanctions imposed by western countries.

by Hamza Shahnawaz

Russian oil starts arriving Pakistan by April 2023

Feb 3

Energy, Top stories

Russian oil starts arriving Pakistan by April 2023

ISLAMABAD: Russian oil will start arriving Pakistan by April 2023, according to a state minister, who informed the Senate on Friday.

by Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Russia agrees to provide oil at discounted rate to Pakistan: minister

Dec 6

Energy

Russia agrees to provide oil at discounted rate to Pakistan: minister

ISLAMABAD: Russia has agreed to provide oil at discounted rate to Pakistan, said Minister of State for Petroleum Dr Musadik Malik on Monday. He termed his recent visit to Russia ‘very successful’ as the host country, in principle, had decided to provide crude oil, refined petrol and diesel to Pakistan at a discounted rate. READ […]

by Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Pakistan purchases 450,000 metric tons wheat from Russia

Dec 5

Finance, Top stories

Pakistan purchases 450,000 metric tons wheat from Russia

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is purchasing of 450,000 metric tons wheat from Russia as country’s economic coordination committee approved a bid of a Russian company. The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet met on Monday which was presided over by Finance Minister Ishaq Dar. READ MORE: Saudi Arabia extends term of $3 billion deposit for Pakistan […]

by Mrs. Anjum Shahnawaz

Sep 23

Automotive, World

Toyota stops car production in Russia

Toyota on Friday decided to end car manufacturing at its Saint Petersburg plant in Russia. The company decided to end manufacture operation due to the interruption in supply of key materials and parts. Since then, the company have been closely monitoring the situation and evaluating the future sustainability of our business in Russia. During this […]

by Hamza Shahnawaz