ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the United States have expressed satisfaction over ongoing trade negotiations and are aiming to finalize an agreement by next week. This development follows a virtual meeting between Pakistan’s Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.

The meeting emphasized the importance of accelerating the trade agreement process, which is intended to be a partnership grounded in strategic and investment interests. Both sides agreed that the agreement would cover areas of mutual interest.

Discussions during the meeting centered on fostering meaningful engagement in trade and investment, as well as strengthening economic ties that benefit both nations. Technical-level discussions related to trade are expected to conclude in the coming week.

The progress in these negotiations signals a commitment from both countries to deepen their economic relationship, with a focus on creating a framework that supports mutual growth and cooperation.