News & Events

PSW participated in the 5th Annual International Border Management Conference

PSW participated in the 5th Annual International Border Management Conference. The conference is organized by International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) in Jordon, Amman, focusing on various topics related to border management as a part of comprehensive border governance. This topic, as a fil rouge, was discussed and presented from different perspectives, ranging from the academic point of view to the perception of practitioners. At the conference, Domain Officer PSW, Mr. Umair Mahmood presented the success story of PSW-Pakistan Single Window.

Nov-24-2022
PSW has launched the ‘Trade Insights’ series on social media channels to facilitate traders & stakeholders

PSW is establishing a centralised digital trading ecosystem for traders covering cross-border trade for improved compliance and facilitation. Pakistan Single Window is shaping Pakistan's trading ecosystem toward digitisation by reducing the time and cost of doing trade and by narrowing the opportunities for traders & stakeholders with an easily accessible trading environment. In this regard, PSW has launched a ‘Trade Insights’ series for its valuable traders to get the latest updates and information about the cross-border trade procedures of Pakistan.

Nov-22-2022
PSW launches a women-dedicated helpline

Pakistan Single Window (PSW) has launched a dedicated women’s helpline (021-111-111-779) to provide guidance and support to women traders and entrepreneurs using the PSW system and its allied components for imports, exports, and trade regulatory requirements. The dedicated phone line will provide female entrepreneurs accelerated access to the PSW Trader Support Centre and help them get information on cross-border trade-related laws, procedures, and requirements, guidance on how to navigate the PSW system and its various modules, report technical glitches or training issues and help troubleshoot problems.

Nov-22-2022
Clearance of Commercial imports requiring PSQCA certifications is switched to the PSW system

The Clearance of Commercial imports (HC type) requiring PSQCA certifications is being switched from WeBOC to the PSW system. From 21st November 2022, all the PSQCA-related commodities (specific items) will be completely shifted over to PSW. All traders or importers engaged in the import of PSQCA-related commodities are informed to file Single Declaration (Imports) through the PSW system for issuance of electronic Release Order from PSQCA and Customs clearance of their import consignments.

Nov-21-2022
Commercial Imports (HC type) Clearance requiring PSQCA is switched to PSW system

The Clearance of Commercial imports (HC type) requiring PSQCA certifications is being switched from WeBOC to the PSW system. From 21st November 2022, all the PSQCA-related commodities (specific items) will be completely shifted over to PSW. All traders or importers engaged in the import of PSQCA-related commodities are informed to file Single Declaration (Imports) through the PSW system for issuance of electronic Release Order from PSQCA and Customs clearance of their import consignments.

Nov-18-2022
PSW Launches a Dedicated Helpline for Women Entrepreneurs

Pakistan Single Window (PSW) launched a dedicated women’s helpline 021-111-111-779 to provide guidance and customer support to women traders and entrepreneurs. PSW is cognizant of the need for, and the importance of, enhancing women’s participation in cross-border trade through gender-responsive trade facilitation measures and is working on various initiatives aimed at maximizing the benefits for women involved in cross-border trade.

Nov-18-2022
PSW and DRAP signed an MoU to further expand their partnership

Pakistan Single Window (PSW) and the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) on Friday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to further expand their partnership for trade facilitation. The integration of DRAP systems under PSW would provide the electronic submission, processing, and issuance of licenses, and imported products including drugs, medical devices, health, and over-the-counter products.

Nov-11-2022
MOU Signed between PSW & DRAP For Cross-Border Trade Facilitation

Pakistan Single Window (PSW) and the Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan (DRAP) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today to further expand their partnership for trade facilitation through the integration of cross-border business processes of DRAP. During the ceremony, the CEO PSW, Mr. Syed Aftab Haider, said, “The Pharmaceutical industry has long been identified as a priority sector by the government due to its size and contribution to the national economy and its potential for exports.

Nov-11-2022
TV Appearance at the ‘World This Morning’ – PTV World

CEO PSW, Syed Aftab Haider appeared at an informative session on the show 'World This Morning-PTV World. He shared his valuable insights at the Trade Potential of Pakistan with the Pakistan Single Window System and how Peer Learning Initiative will bring CAS countries closer for better collaboration and connectivity to bring trade reforms. Also, he addressed how the participants of PEER learning initiative learned from their experience about the state of implementation, operations and regional best practices.

Oct-19-2022
Pakistan committed to deepening diplomatic trade relations with neighboring states

Minister for Commerce Syed Naveed Qamar said on Wednesday that the incumbent government was striving hard to promote and develop regional trade, particularly with Central Asian states by introducing modern trade and business technologies, besides facilitating the business communities across the region. Addressing a three-day conference on “Peer Learning Initiatives, National Single Window Implementation and Management” organized by Pakistan Single Window in collaboration with Ready4Trade Central Asia (R4TCA) project, the minister said that the trading process could be eased by using the latest techniques.

Oct-13-2022