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September 14, 2026Pakistan’s commerce minister met Hong Kong leaders to boost trade, finance, aviation and digital cooperation under BRI.
Pakistan and Hong Kong are moving to deepen economic cooperation, with a focus on trade in services, finance, aviation and digital technology. Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan held high level talks in Hong Kong during the 11th Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) Summit, seeking to convert connectivity into concrete investment.
Khan visited the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, meeting its chairman and senior business leaders to strengthen business to business linkages. Discussions zeroed in on leveraging Hong Kong’s expertise in finance, aviation and digital services to expand Pakistan’s export and investment base.
“Both sides also emphasized the potential of the Belt and Road Initiative to promote mutual cooperation, strengthen connectivity and develop transit routes,” the commerce ministry said. Khan called for regular exchanges of trade delegations and closer institutional collaboration with Pakistan’s major chambers of commerce.
In a separate meeting with Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-Chiu, both leaders reaffirmed commitments to deepen trade, economic cooperation and people to people ties. Lee appreciated Khan’s address at the BRI Summit, particularly his message on international cooperation and shared prosperity.
Khan reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to its historic relationship with China while underscoring the importance of expanding economic partnership with Hong Kong. He specifically urged Hong Kong to consider resuming Cathay Pacific flights to Pakistan, citing improved air connectivity as a catalyst for business and tourism.
The minister also met Hong Kong’s Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Algernon Yau, focusing on aviation connectivity, finance, services and trade facilitation. Both sides agreed to explore new areas of mutual economic interest, with Khan inviting Lee to visit Pakistan.
Beyond government channels, Khan engaged prominent members of the Pakistani diaspora at the Pakistan Club, praising their contributions to Hong Kong’s economy. He described overseas Pakistanis as a critical bridge for attracting investment and building commercial partnerships between the two economies.
Pakistan maintained a dedicated stall at the BRI Summit from Sept. 8–11, showcasing trade and investment opportunities to international delegates. The annual summit has increasingly functioned as a platform for investment matchmaking between BRI partner governments and businesses.
Khan expressed confidence that stronger institutional and commercial linkages would create fresh opportunities for bilateral trade and investment. With BRI connectivity as a backbone, Islamabad aims to position itself as a regional hub linking Central, East and South Asian markets.
