A direct, containerised shipping service linking Pakistan and Russia is scheduled to commence operations later this month. The service will be creating enhanced trade access for Pakistani products in the Russian market.
Abdullah Farrukh, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Pak Shaheen (Pvt) Ltd: “The first ever ship will call on May 25, 2023 at Karachi Port.” He added that direct shipping would facilitate in exporting textiles, sports goods, surgical items, Himalayan Salt, rice, leather goods, gloves, apparels, fruits and vegetables and confectionary items from Pakistan to Russia.
“It is a significant step in the current economic situation of the country and will support Pakistani exporters, who were otherwise, sending their products through transshipment,” he added.
Source: thenews.com.pk