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The Freight Forwarding Contract serves as a crucial legal instrument for businesses engaged in international trade and domestic transportation within Pakistan. This document is essential when companies require professional logistics services for managing their cargo movement, customs clearance, and related documentation. The contract addresses key aspects such as service scope, liability limitations, insurance requirements, and payment terms, while ensuring compliance with Pakistani legislation including the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act 1925, Customs Act 1969, and the Contract Act 1872. It is particularly relevant for businesses dealing with import/export operations, requiring a clear framework for their logistics arrangements and risk allocation between the freight forwarder and the client.

1. Parties: Identification of the freight forwarder and the client, including full legal names, addresses, and registration details

2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of the parties' business relationship

3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of technical terms, industry-specific terminology, and key concepts used in the agreement

4. Scope of Services: Comprehensive description of freight forwarding services to be provided, including basic handling, documentation, and coordination

5. Obligations of the Freight Forwarder: Detailed responsibilities including cargo handling, documentation, customs clearance, and communication requirements

6. Obligations of the Client: Client's responsibilities including information provision, packaging standards, and documentation requirements

7. Rates and Payment Terms: Pricing structure, payment schedules, currency, and payment methods

8. Liability and Insurance: Limitations of liability, insurance requirements, and indemnification provisions

9. Duration and Termination: Contract period, renewal terms, and termination conditions

10. Force Majeure: Circumstances excusing performance and procedures during force majeure events

11. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of Pakistani law as governing law and jurisdiction for disputes

13. Dispute Resolution: Procedures for dispute resolution, including litigation or arbitration under Pakistani law

14. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, amendments, and severability