Trade and Development in Pakistan

The Trade Development in Pakistan: Public Policy and Practice course provides a foundational understanding of the role of public policy in shaping Pakistan’s trade landscape. Designed for participants at the basic level, the course explores the intersection of trade policy, institutional frameworks, and economic development, equipping learners with the tools to critically analyze and contribute to trade policy formulation and implementation.
The course is structured into six comprehensive modules. Module 1 offers a historical and analytical overview of Pakistan’s trade policy, including strategic frameworks, instruments, and global trade controversies. Module 2 focuses on the trade policy formulation process, emphasizing stakeholder engagement, macroeconomic linkages, and capital account liberalization. Module 3 addresses the relationship between trade, environment, and climate change, including Pakistan’s mitigation strategies and WTO commitments. Module 4 examines domestic commerce, highlighting the structure, challenges, and potential of small businesses. Module 5 explores the linkages between trade and broader economic policies, including investment, industrial, and agricultural strategies, as well as global value chains. Module 6 introduces applied trade policy practices, particularly in the context of WTO compliance and developing country dynamics.
Through case studies, academic literature, and policy analysis, the course builds participants’ capacity to understand, evaluate, and influence trade development strategies in Pakistan, with a strong emphasis on institutional roles, legal frameworks, and global competitiveness.