India has banned the direct and indirect import of all goods from Pakistan with immediate effect, citing national security and public policy concerns, according to a government order issued Friday.
The move follows last month’s terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, in which 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed.
The ban halts all inbound shipments from Pakistan. According to India’s Ministry of Commerce, exports to Pakistan from April 2024 to January 2025 totaled $447.7 million, while imports were just $420,000.
India’s exports to Pakistan include pharmaceuticals, petroleum products, plastics, rubber, organic chemicals, dyes, vegetables, spices, coffee, tea, dairy products, and cereals. Pakistan’s exports to India primarily consist of copper, glassware, organic chemicals, sulphur, fruits and nuts, and certain oilseeds.
While official figures estimate India’s exports at $447.7 million during the period, the Global Trade Research Initiative, an India-based think tank, estimates the actual trade volume could be as high as $10 billion annually. Goods are often routed through third countries to bypass restrictions and fetch higher prices after relabeling.
The ban is expected to further strain already limited trade ties between the two countries. (Newswire)
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