Pakistan Single Window (PSW) actively participated in the Regional Transport Ministers Conference (RTMC) 2025, hosted by the Ministry of Communications, Government of Pakistan. The high-level three-day event brought together transport ministers, senior policymakers, and representatives from 27 countries along with 11 development partners to enhance regional connectivity and promote sustainable transport cooperation. The conference served as a platform for countries to share insights, discuss transport policy integration, and advance digital solutions to improve trade and logistics efficiency across borders.
The event was attended by several prominent dignitaries, including Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan, Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi, and Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry. Their participation reflected the government’s emphasis on advancing regional connectivity and sustainable infrastructure development. During the proceedings, both the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister for Communications praised PSW’s efforts in strengthening Pakistan’s trade competitiveness through digital innovation. They recognized PSW’s contribution as vital to Pakistan’s broader goal of achieving integrated trade systems and transparent, technology-enabled processes that facilitate international commerce.
At the conference, PSW showcased its digital trade transformation initiatives, focusing on smart border management, efficient trade corridors, and technology-driven regional integration. Its digital systems have been designed to simplify complex trade procedures, reduce clearance times, and eliminate redundant paperwork through automation and inter-agency data exchange. These efforts were widely acknowledged by participants as an effective model for modernizing cross-border trade and improving regional logistics performance. PSW’s digital platform has also played a key role in connecting various government departments and private sector entities, fostering collaboration and improving transparency within Pakistan’s trade ecosystem.
Delegates from multiple countries and development organizations commended PSW for its role in promoting paperless trade and supporting the regional agenda for digital connectivity. The conference further emphasized the need for coordinated efforts among member states to harmonize digital systems, enhance regulatory alignment, and build secure digital infrastructures for seamless trade operations. PSW’s participation demonstrated Pakistan’s commitment to digital transformation and regional economic integration through innovative solutions that align with global standards.
The Regional Transport Ministers Conference 2025 concluded with a shared vision for advancing sustainable transport and trade linkages across the region. PSW’s contributions, reflecting Pakistan’s progress in digital trade enablement, reinforced the importance of collaborative efforts to achieve an interconnected regional economy driven by technology and innovation.
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