Year 2025Rank #176 GlobalPeak 38.50% (1993)Source World Bank
Pakistan Trade Openness (1960–2025)
Overview
Pakistan's trade openness stood at 29.51% in 2025, a rise of +1.93% from 2024. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 29.51% by 2025. Pakistan ranked 176th globally.
Current account surplus with strong export growth (>15% YoY), reserve accumulation, and moderate GDP growth. Typical of commodity exporters during price surges.
Pakistan matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw trade openness improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pakistan's trade openness?▾
Pakistan's trade openness was 29.51% in 2025. Ranked 176th globally. This represents a 7.0% increase from the previous year.
What was the highest trade openness in Pakistan?▾
Pakistan's trade openness peaked at 38.50% in 1993.
What was the lowest trade openness in Pakistan?▾
The lowest trade openness in Pakistan was 15.82% in 1972.
How does Pakistan rank in trade openness?▾
Pakistan ranks 176th globally in trade openness as of 2025.
What is the World Bank indicator code for trade openness?▾
The World Bank indicator code is NE.TRD.GNFS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
What is the projected trade openness of Pakistan in 2025?▾
Pakistan's trade openness is projected to reach 29.51% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
What is the trade openness of Pakistan in 2025?▾
The trade openness of Pakistan in 2025 was 29.51%. This ranks 176th in the world.
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Pakistan Trade Openness. HistorySaid. Retrieved April 2, 2026, from https://historysaid.com/pakistan/trade-openness
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publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
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