75 Years Diplomatic Relations Between Pakistan and Australia (2022-9)

To celebrate 75 years of the establishment of Pakistan-Australia diplomatic relations, the High Commission for Pakistan, Canberra, Australia in collaboration with Pakistan Post is issuing a Commemorative Stamp.

The stamp depicts the Parliaments of Pakistan (Islamabad) and of Australia (Canberra) which are symbols of highly dignified and esteemed democracies of the two countries. Pakistan and Australia have a long history of friendship and cooperation The diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Australia were established soon after Pakistan gained independence in 1947. Australia established its resident diplomatic Mission in Pakistan in 1948. The relations between the two countries have grown in all areas during the past 75 years.

The bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Australia extends to the fields of politics, economies, trade and investment, defence and security, technology, social and economic development, education, and tourism. The two countries have established institutional mechanisms to discuss ongoing and explore new avenues of cooperation. The common passion for cricket and the presence of over 100,000 strong Pakistani Diaspora in Australia acts as a strong bridge between the two countries and their peoples.

Furthermore, the two countries work closely at multilateral foras. They have been extending support for each other's candidatures at important regional and international organizations. The Pakistan-Australia bilateral trade in goods and services is worth $1.84 billion. Major exports from Pakistan to Australia are textiles, petroleum, rice, spices, surgical instrument, and leather goods. The export of IT-related services from Pakistan to Australia is on the rise.

Australia's major goods exports to Pakistan are pulses and oilseed, along with fertilizer and scrap metals. Education services exports forms the majority of Australia's $880 million services exports to Pakistan.

Pakistan appreciates its friendly ties with Australia and looks forward to further strengthening cooperation in all areas of mutual interests including Information Technology, Infrastructure, Climate Change, Education, Agriculture, and Water Management.

Long live Pakistan-Australia Friendship!

On 75 Years Diplomatic Relations Between Pakistan and Australia, Pakistan Post is issuing the Commemorative Postage Stamp of Rs 20/- denomination on 15th November, 2022.