The federal government has announced tariff concessions on the import of 90 items from Uzbekistan, introducing reduced rates of Customs Duty (CD), Additional Customs Duty (ACD) and Regulatory Duty (RD) under the Pakistan-Uzbekistan Preferential Trade Expansion Agreement.
The concessions became effective from August 14, 2026, following a notification issued by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
According to S.R.O. 1349(I)/2026, the government has amended the existing customs notification to provide preferential treatment to the specified Uzbek imports. The move is aimed at facilitating bilateral trade and strengthening economic ties between Pakistan and Uzbekistan.
FBR issues notification
The Federal Board of Revenue has formally notified the tariff concessions through S.R.O. 1349(I)/2026.
The notification amends Notification No. S.R.O. 329(I)/2023 and outlines the extent of concessions available on the import of the 90 identified items from Uzbekistan.
Under the revised arrangement, eligible imports will receive concessions on Customs Duty, Additional Customs Duty and Regulatory Duty, depending on the specific item and applicable tariff classification.
The changes took effect immediately on August 14, allowing importers dealing in the covered products to benefit from the revised tariff structure.
Move aimed at boosting Pakistan-Uzbekistan trade
The tariff concessions are being introduced under the Pakistan-Uzbekistan Preferential Trade Expansion Agreement, which provides a framework for improving market access and encouraging bilateral commerce.
Pakistan and Uzbekistan have been working to expand trade and economic cooperation, particularly in areas where both countries can benefit from improved access to each other’s markets.
Reducing customs-related costs on selected products could make imports from Uzbekistan more competitive in Pakistan while also supporting greater trade activity between the two countries.
Concessions cover multiple duties
The latest notification covers three major categories of import-related duties.
These include Customs Duty, which is imposed on imported goods, Additional Customs Duty applicable to certain imports, and Regulatory Duty imposed on selected products as part of the government’s trade and revenue policies.
The FBR has specified the extent of exemptions and concessions for the 90 items covered under the notification.
Importers will therefore need to consult the relevant tariff classifications and conditions to determine the exact concession available for each product.
Strengthening regional economic ties
The decision comes as Pakistan continues efforts to increase economic engagement with Central Asian countries.
Uzbekistan has emerged as an important partner for Pakistan in Central Asia, with both sides exploring opportunities to increase trade, investment, transportation links and broader economic cooperation.
Improved tariff arrangements can help reduce the cost of cross-border trade and encourage businesses to explore new opportunities in both markets.
The concessions could also support Pakistani businesses seeking Uzbek products and raw materials while creating greater opportunities for exporters and traders operating between the two countries.
New tariff regime now in effect
With the concessions effective from August 14, importers can now benefit from the revised duty structure for the 90 specified items, subject to the conditions laid down in the FBR notification.
The government is expected to monitor the impact of the concessions on bilateral trade and revenue collection as businesses adjust to the new tariff arrangements.
The latest decision represents another step toward strengthening Pakistan’s trade relationship with Uzbekistan and expanding preferential access for goods exchanged between the two countries.
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