Both leaders discuss ways to strengthen cooperation in various fields and improve regional connectivity
\n DUSHANBE
\nPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urged for increased trade, investment, and connectivity between Pakistan and Tajikistan, Radio Pakistan reported.
\nAddressing a joint news conference with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe on Tuesday, Sharif emphasised the need for further cooperation in diverse fields such as agriculture, education, health, and trade.
\n\u201cNumerous Memorandums of Understanding were signed today between the two countries, which will be instrumental in furthering our relations,\u201d said Sharif. He highlighted the strategic partnership agreement\u2019s importance, congratulating Tajikistan for its role in strengthening brotherly relations and expanding cooperation.
\nThe prime minister stressed the necessity of rail connectivity between Tajikistan, Afghanistan, and the port of Karachi, to boost regional trade and integration.
\nRegarding bilateral cooperation, Sharif mentioned that the CASA-1000 project is expected to be completed next year, bringing prosperity to the region. Sharif also held a one-on-one meeting with President Rahmon, discussing the China-Tajikistan and Afghanistan corridor.
\nTouching on the fight against terrorism, Sharif noted the significant sacrifices made by both Pakistan and Tajikistan. \u201cPakistan is ready to offer its cooperation in fighting the scourge of terrorism,\u201d he asserted, highlighting Pakistan\u2019s commitment to collective efforts against terrorism.
\nAddressing global challenges, the premier condemned the ongoing oppression in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and Gaza. \u201cPeace in South Asia will remain elusive until the Kashmir dispute is resolved in light of UN Security Council resolutions,\u201d he stated.
\nSharif thanked President Rahmon and the people of Tajikistan for their warm welcome and extended an invitation to the Tajik president to visit Pakistan.
\nEarlier, Prime Minister Shehbaz met with Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon, emphasising the vast potential for foreign investment in Pakistan\u2019s energy, mining, industry, agriculture, and other sectors.
\nUpon arrival at Qasr-e-Millat, Prime Minister Shehbaz was warmly welcomed by President Rahmon, followed by a guard of honour from the Tajik armed forces.
\nPresident Rahmon underscored the cordial and brotherly relations between Pakistan and Tajikistan. The leaders discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in various fields and improve regional connectivity and linkages between their peoples.
\n\u201cPakistan offers immense potential for foreign investment in numerous sectors,\u201d Prime Minister Shehbaz stated, inviting Tajikistan to explore these opportunities.
\nPrime Minister Shehbaz, on a two-day visit at President Rahmon\u2019s invitation, was received with full honours, including the playing of national anthems and a guard of honour, which he reviewed.
\nThe leaders introduced their respective delegations, which included Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Information and Broadcasting Minister Attaullah Tarar, and Special Assistant to PM Tariq Fatemi.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Both leaders discuss ways to strengthen cooperation in various fields and improve regional connectivity DUSHANBE Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urged for increased trade, investment, and connectivity between Pakistan and Tajikistan, Radio Pakistan reported. Addressing a joint news conference with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe on Tuesday, Sharif emphasised the need for further cooperation […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":415989,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-415968","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-top-news"},"yoast_head":"\n