Pakistan and Uzbekistan are poised to sign a five-year roadmap for enhanced trade and economic cooperation in Islamabad next week. The agreement aims to dramatically increase bilateral trade, setting an ambitious goal of reaching $2 billion from its current level of $450 million within five years. A key component of this collaboration focuses on improving transit times through a planned railway connection. Officials anticipate the railway will reduce cargo transit from 35 days to just five days, significantly boosting trade efficiency. This development signals a strengthening of regional connectivity and economic ties between the two nations. The roadmap reflects a shared commitment to fostering mutually beneficial growth and integration.