Pakistan: Trade freedom

The latest value from 2026 is 70 points, unchanged from 70 points in 2025. In comparison, the world average is 70 points, based on data from 175 countries. Historically, the average for Pakistan from 1995 to 2026 is 58 points. The minimum value, 29 points, was reached in 1999 while the maximum of 70 points was recorded in 2025. See the global rankings for that indicator or use the country comparator to compare trends over time.

The Trade Freedom index for Pakistan measures the absence of tariffs and other barriers that affect the international trade of goods and services.

Definition: The Trade freedom index is based on two indicators: the trade-weighted average tariff rate and non-tariff barriers (including quantity, price, regulatory, customs and investment restrictions, and direct government intervention).