By S.M. Inam
KARACHI: Pakistan recorded a trade surplus of $2.59 billion with the United States during the 2025-26 financial year, according to government sources, with the US remaining the country’s largest export market.
Official figures showed that Pakistan’s exports to the US reached $5.91bn during the year, while imports from the American market stood at $3.32bn. The figures left Pakistan with a sizeable surplus and underlined the importance of the US market to the country’s external trade.
The latest figures also showed that Pakistan had maintained a favorable trade balance with the US over a longer period. Its cumulative trade surplus with Washington exceeded $17bn during the past five years.
During that period, Pakistan’s exports to the US totaled $29.15bn, while imports from the country stood at $12.12bn. The gap between exports and imports resulted in a substantial surplus for Pakistan.
The United States remained a key destination for Pakistani goods, providing an important source of export earnings and foreign exchange. Pakistani exporters have traditionally relied heavily on the American market, particularly for textiles and other manufactured products.
The latest trade figures came as Pakistan continued efforts to increase exports and strengthen its position in international markets. The government has been seeking to diversify the country’s export base while maintaining access to major markets.
The trade surplus with the US also reflected the scale of commercial ties between the two countries. While Pakistan imported a range of goods from the US, including machinery, agricultural products and other commodities, its exports remained considerably higher.
