Pakistan, EU Reaffirm Strategic Ties, Pledge Boost in Trade and Human Rights Cooperation
— November 23, 2025
BRUSSELS (AIA) Pakistan and the European Union have reiterated their commitment to enhancing sustainable trade, development cooperation, and human rights promotion under the EU-Pakistan Strategic Engagement Plan.
This consensus was reached during the 7th EU-Pakistan Strategic Dialogue co-chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and EU High Representative Kaja Kallas in Brussels.
The two sides reviewed bilateral ties, reaffirmed support for the GSP+ trade regime, and agreed to deepen collaboration in climate, energy, food security, education, and regional peace including stability in Afghanistan.
They also welcomed a peace initiative on Gaza and agreed to hold the next dialogue round in Islamabad.