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KARACHI:July 29,2026: The United Arab Emirates’ suspension of visas for Pakistani nationals is disrupting Pakistan’s exports and international trade, said Ismail Suttar, Founder Chairman of the Salt Manufacturers Association of Pakistan (SMAP). Suttar said the UAE is currently not issuing visas to Pakistani citizens under any category. As a result, …

KARACHI July 6,2026: Founder Chairman of the Salt Manufacturers Association Pakistan (SMAP), Ismail Suttar, has warned that customs delays and shipping disruptions across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) are raising logistics costs and weakening Pakistan’s export competitiveness. In a statement, Suttar said exporters continue to face serious challenges as customs …