Ministry of Maritime Affairs of Pakistan has officially imposed a ban on Indian-flagged vessels, preventing them from docking at any Pakistani port.
According to Shipping Order No. 001/2025 issued in Karachi, the ban will remain in place until further notice. The directive also prohibits Pakistani-flagged vessels from visiting Indian ports.
The notification states that any requests for exemptions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis after thorough review and assessment.
The Ministry clarified that the decision has been taken to ensure national and maritime security, sovereignty, and to protect Pakistan’s economic interests.
