Italy Seeks Stronger Economic Ties, Targets $3B Trade with Pakistan
![The Consul General of Italy in Karachi, Fabrizio Bielli, emphasizes strengthening trade ties with Pakistan to reach $3 billion. [Image via The Express Tribune]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/fabrizio-bielli1744239829-0.webp)
The Consul General of Italy in Karachi, Fabrizio Bielli, emphasizes strengthening trade ties with Pakistan to reach $3 billion.
UAE to Grant 5-Year Visas to 100,000 Pakistanis: Al-Zaabi
![UAE to issue 5-year visas to 100,000 Pakistanis, confirms envoy; aims to boost ties and ease application process. [Image via The Express Tribune]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/pak1744208613-0.webp)
UAE to issue 5-year visas to 100,000 Pakistanis, confirms envoy; aims to boost ties and ease application process.
US Tariffs May Cost Pakistan $4.2B in 5 Years, $800M Hit in 2024 Alone
![Pakistan faces $0.8bn export loss in 2024 as US slaps 39% tariff; LSE says trade diversion may offer partial relief. [Image via The Express Tribune/File]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/trump-new-tariff1743638441-0.webp)
Pakistan faces $0.8bn export loss in 2024 as US slaps 39% tariff; LSE says trade diversion may offer partial relief.
Pakistan to Send Delegation to the US for Talks on 29% Tariff Impact
![Pakistan to send high-level delegation to US to discuss 29% tariff, boost trade ties, and attract investment in mineral sector. [Image via PID]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/09152540557757b-1024x1024.webp)
Pakistan to send high-level delegation to US to discuss 29% tariff, boost trade ties, and attract investment in mineral sector.
India’s Withdrawal of Transshipment Facility Impacts Bangladesh Exports
![India ends transshipment facility for Bangladesh exports via land borders, citing congestion and trade disruptions. [Image via Bangla Tribune]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Hili-ed9d2a04edd6e9b1f92229cebae21170-1024x618.webp)
India ends transshipment facility for Bangladesh exports via land borders, citing congestion and trade disruptions.
Trump Announces Pause on Tariffs Except for China
![Trump pauses global tariffs for 90 days, hikes China's to 125%, triggering global reactions and market volatility. [Image via China Daily]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/67f726f7a3104d9fd1558dab-1024x800.webp)
Trump pauses global tariffs for 90 days, hikes China’s to 125%, triggering global reactions and market volatility.
EU Takes Stand Against US Tariffs, Proposes 25% Retaliatory Duties
![EU backs first retaliatory tariffs on US goods over Trump's levies, targeting $24B in imports across three phases. [Image via Xinhua]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/202504091d900e66cce648658b2f896bf59a391f_CbsbeeE007030_20250409_CBMFN0A001.webp)
EU backs first retaliatory tariffs on US goods over Trump’s levies, targeting $24B in imports across three phases.
China Hits Back at US with 84% Tariff Hike and New Countermeasures
![China hits back at US tariff hikes with 84% tariffs, export bans, and WTO complaint, vowing to defend trade interests. [Image via Xinhua]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/67f73253a3104d9fd15591f2-1024x707.webp)
China hits back at US tariff hikes with 84% tariffs, export bans, and WTO complaint, vowing to defend trade interests.
UAE Eases Visa Regulations for Pakistani Citizens
![UAE eases visa rules for Pakistani citizens, introducing a 5-year multiple-entry visa, boosting travel and business opportunities. [Image via The Nation]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/uae-eases-visa-for-pakistani-citizens-1744178508-1647.webp)
UAE eases visa rules for Pakistani citizens, introducing a 5-year multiple-entry visa, boosting travel and business opportunities.