Pakistan and Romania Sign MoU to Boost Maritime Connectivity

Karachi: Pakistan and Romania have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance maritime connectivity between the two countries. Chairman of Karachi Port Trust Rear Admiral (Retd) Shahid Ahmed and General Manager of the Port of Constanta Administration of Romania Mihai Teodorescu signed the MoU on behalf of their respective countries.

According to Radio Pakistan, the MoU signing ceremony, held virtually, was attended by Ambassador of Romania to Pakistan Dan Stoenescu, representatives of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Transport of both countries, and the Pakistan Romania Business Council. The collaboration aims to enhance maritime connectivity between Karachi Port and the Port of Constanta in the Black Sea, facilitating more efficient trade flows between South Asia and Europe.

The agreement supports Pakistan’s efforts to develop its maritime sector and blue economy, while reinforcing Romania’s role as a key logistical gateway to the European Union. The strengthened connectivity between Karachi and Constanta is expected to create new opportunities for bilateral trade between Pakistan and Romania.

Ambassador Dan Stoenescu emphasized Romania’s goal to expand its exports to Pakistan, strengthening its economic presence in Asia and contributing to more balanced trade flows. He stated that the Romania-Pakistan partnership will provide a forward-looking framework for sustainable economic cooperation.