May 21, 2026 (MLN): Pakistan Single Window (PSW) and the Export-Import Bank of Pakistan (Pak EXIM) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at improving data-driven trade finance solutions and supporting export sector growth.

Under the agreement, Pak EXIM will utilize PSW’s national digital trade platform to access verified trade data for enhanced underwriting processes, risk evaluation, and the development of export credit insurance and government-backed financing schemes.

The integration is expected to strengthen decision-making by linking real-time trade information with formal credit assessment systems, according to APP.

Officials noted that the initiative is designed to improve risk management efficiency, reduce processing delays, and expand access to financing for exporters, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that often face challenges related to collateral and documentation requirements.

By leveraging transaction-level trade data available through PSW, Pak EXIM aims to shift toward more evidence-based credit evaluation models, improving accuracy and inclusivity in lending decisions.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, PSW CEO Syed Aftab Haider said the collaboration represents a new phase in Pakistan’s digital trade transformation, where trade facilitation and financing systems are becoming more integrated.

He emphasized that authenticated trade data would help reduce information gaps, enhance transparency, and ensure faster access to financial services for exporters.

Pak EXIM President and CEO Shahbaz Hussain Syed stated that the institution is strengthening partnerships to better support exporters, adding that access to PSW’s digital infrastructure will enhance analytical capabilities and enable more informed financial decision-making.