Governor KP visits Nurek Dam, Power Station Tajikistan
TAJIKISTAN
Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Wednesday demanded Tajikistan to increase flights and launch cargo service with Pakistan
The Governor Faisal Kundi said this during a meeting with Abdulkosim Valiev, CEO of Somon Air in Dushanbe. Ambassador to Pakistan Sharifzoda Yusuf was also present on this occasion.
Governor Faisal Karim Kundi demanded for an increase in flights and the initiation of cargo services between Pakistan and Tajikistan.
Governor Faisal Kundi highlighted the potential for enhanced tourism, trade, and cultural exchanges between the two countries after increase of direct flights.
Governor Kundi expressed gratitude for the commencement of direct flights between Islamabad and Dushanbe by Somon Air, stating that these one-hour flights will bolster bilateral ties significantly.
He proposed increasing these flights from once a week to more frequent intervals, extending services to other cities in Pakistan and Tajikistan.
Highlighting the economic benefits, Governor Faisal Kundi stressed the importance of launching cargo services, which he believes will not only benefit business communities directly but also facilitate citizens of both countries.
Abdulkosim Valiev, head of Somon Air, thanked Governor Faisal Karim Kundi for his constructive suggestions and participation. He assured that his team would actively work on implementing these proposals to enhance practical cooperation between the two countries.
Meanwhile, Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Faisal Karim Kundi on Wednesday highlighted Pakistan’s potential for economic growth and resolution of public issues through collaboration with Central Asian countries.
He said this during his visit to Nurek Dam Tajikistan, one of the world’s highest human-made structures, and its power station.
Officials from Tajikistan’s Ministry of Energy briefed Governor Faisal Kundi on the Nurek Dam, located approximately 75 kilometers from the capital, Dushanbe.
Situated on the Vakhsh River, the dam serves primarily for hydroelectric power generation, boasting a capacity of 3,015 megawatts.
Construction on the dam began in 1961, with the first generator coming online in 1972 and the project completing in 1980, making it the world’s second tallest human-made structure.
Governor Kundi commended Tajik authorities, project developers, and engineers for their role in this monumental project.
During his visit, he discussed potential technical collaborations with Tajik energy officials, citing several approved energy projects in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Tajikistan’s Ministry of Energy expressed confidence in enhancing mutual technical cooperation based on these discussions.
The visit underscores efforts to strengthen bilateral ties and explore opportunities for joint ventures in energy and infrastructure between Pakistan and Tajikistan.
