Ambassador of Pakistan to Vietnam outlines new avenues for business cooperation between the two countries
WVR - Speaking to The World and Vietnam Report on the sidelines of the third Capital Economic Forum (CEF III 2026), Ambassador of Pakistan to Vietnam Kohdayar Marri emphasised that exploring new areas of cooperation and building on each side’s strengths would help promote economic and trade ties between Vietnam and Pakistan.
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| Ambassador of Pakistan to Vietnam Kohdayar Marri (top row, second from right) attending CEF III 2026. (Photo: Trung Anh) |
Assessing the significance of CEF III in enhancing connections between Hanoi and localities and the business community in Pakistan, Ambassador Kohdayar Marri stated that the Forum helps small and medium enterprises of both countries find partners more conveniently, clearly identify areas of mutual interest, and focus on suitable business opportunities.
This facilitates a more effective connection process, helping businesses narrow their search scope and direct resources into promising areas.
Reflecting on cooperation activities over the years, the Ambassador noted that the business communities of the two countries have organized numerous visits and exchanges.
Through these activities, Vietnamese and Pakistani entrepreneurs have the opportunity to explore markets, establish partnerships, and survey business opportunities.
Notably, some businesses have discovered new directions beyond their initial goals after directly exploring the market, indicating significant potential for cooperation between the two sides.
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| Ambassador of Pakistan to Vietnam Kohdayar Marri. (Photo: Trung Anh) |
Exploring Vietnam-Pakistan cooperation potentials
According to Ambassador Kohdayar Marri, cooperation in agriculture and fisheries between the two countries has achieved some positive business results.
However, the Ambassador also noted that the potential for bilateral cooperation in technology remains underexplored.
This serves as a basis for businesses from both countries to continue seeking new opportunities, diversify their fields of operation, and more effectively tap into the demands of each market.
Regarding the prospects for cooperation between Hanoi and Pakistani localities, the Ambassador evaluated that textiles, handicrafts, furniture, arts, technology, and education continue to be areas rich in potential.
The Pakistani diplomat highlighted that, considering the population growth and economic expansion in both countries, real estate is also a sector that could open up noteworthy cooperation opportunities.
According to Ambassador Kohdayar Marri, to transform connections from forums like CEF III into specific cooperative projects, Hanoi and Pakistani localities need to proactively seek opportunities in new fields, rather than just focusing on traditional areas of cooperation.
Specifically, both sides should continue to explore new industries, diversify cooperation methods, and seek possibilities for coordinated approaches to other markets worldwide.
The Ambassador emphasised that each side has its own advantages and limitations. Therefore, building on their respective advantages and complementing each other will help both sides enhance their capabilities, generate mutual benefits and contribute to the development of their respective countries.
| In recent years, Vietnam-Pakistan trade relations have continued to show positive developments in several sectors, with a number of Vietnam’s key export products maintaining significant export values. In the first six months of 2026, Vietnam’s exports to Pakistan reached US$250.82 million. Meanwhile, Vietnam’s imports from Pakistan totalled US$115.94 million, up 45.9% year on year. Mobile phones and components remained Vietnam’s leading export category to Pakistan, valued at US$88.64 million, followed by textile fibres and yarns, pepper and tea. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s exports to Vietnam consisted mainly of products serving the textile and garment industry, notably fabrics, worth US$25.23 million, and raw materials and accessories for textiles, garments, leather and footwear, valued at US$14.15 million. |
