Pakistan Sets New Fish Exports Record of $0.57 Billion
Pakistan’s fish and fisheries exports reached a record $570 million in FY26, driven by renewed access to the EU market, signalling potential upside for the country’s seafood industry.
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No direct impact on listed PSX companies; overall export growth is positive but sector not represented on the exchange.
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Open on ProPakistani## Overview
Pakistan’s Marine Fisheries Department announced that the country exported nearly $570 million worth of fish and fisheries products in Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26), setting a new export record.
## EU Market Re‑entry
The record was largely attributed to the re‑entry of Pakistani seafood onto European Union (EU) shelves after a complete ban imposed in 2007. In 2013, four Pakistani companies were granted partial access to the EU market, and recent shipments have helped restore international confidence in Pakistani fisheries.
## Future Outlook
The department highlighted that by shifting focus from raw exports to value‑added products, Pakistan could potentially raise fisheries exports to as much as $3 billion. It urged the industry to invest in processing and value‑addition to maximise earnings.
## Implications
While the news is positive for Pakistan’s overall export profile and the broader economy, it does not directly affect any listed PSX companies, as the fisheries sector is largely unrepresented on the exchange.
## Conclusion
The record export figure reflects a strengthening of Pakistan’s seafood trade relations, particularly with the EU, and underscores the potential for higher earnings if the industry moves towards value‑added products.