Caretaker Federal Minister of Pakistan for Heritage and Culture Mr. Syed Jamal Shah has said that Pakistan attaches great importance to its relations with Kyrgyz Republic. We enjoy historical bonds and cultural linkages with each other. Silk Route connected the regions of the two countries in the past. We are planning to revive this connection again. Kyrgyz Republic is so beautiful country that I wish to visit here as soon as possible.
The minister said this addressing to the participants of the reception hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Ulanbek Totuiaev Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic on 32nd Anniversary of the Independence of his country. Minister attended the reception as chief guest and represented government of Pakistan.
A Kyrgyz artist was also invited to perform in the reception. She won the hearts of the guest with her performance. She was wearing the red dress, the official color of the Kyrgyz Flag. A documentary was also screened about the picturesque landscape of the Republic and tourist attractions there.
Minister Jamal Shah appreciated the performance and shared his views as an artist. He admired the cultural heritage of the Kyrgyz Republic and said that both countries can promote their cooperation in this sector as well. He congratulated the government and people of Kyrgyz Republic on their national day.
The host Ambassador, H.E Ulanbek Totuiaev shed light on the history of Independence and efforts of his country to lead the nation to development and prosperity. He said, On August 31, 1991 Kyrgyzstan gained its independence and nowadays is on the path of pursuing sustainable development goals, implementing significant reforms and taking steps for growth in all spheres.
Kyrgyzstan is comparatively young country, but the history of the Kyrgyz nation lasts for more than 3000 years. Our nation within this long period has achieved lots of successes, as well as periods of decline. As one of the most outstanding of them, I can point out the creation of the great Kyrgyz Khaganate.
Today Kyrgyzstan is actively developing state, which is intending to build strong interconnections with its foreign partners, create stable and prosperous economy and grow its value on the international arena. The legislation of my country is being permanently modernized, we are adopting new initiatives and actively implementing digital technologies in all spheres in order to grow the efficiency of all interstate processes.
“My country is following the path of multivectoral foreign policy, aimed to develop mutually beneficial relations with all its international partners. We are interested in building fruitful partnership with all nations, especially in terms of people-to-people contacts, as well as cultural and humanitarian linkages, Ambassador noted.
Nowadays we are looking forward for the broad implementation of new technologies, developing clean energy projects and building modern touristic infrastructure. As an example, I can bring the project “Asman” – extra-modern touristic city on the coast of the beautiful lake Issyk-Kul. You all were witnesses of the promo video about this project.
Kyrgyzstan today is actively developing project on construction of railway connection “China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan”. This initiative will contribute to the increase of the level of connectivity in our region.
H.E said, “Our country is rich in mineral resources and has vast potential in terms of hydropower. In this context, I stress on the importance of “CASA-1000” energy project which is designed to export surplus electricity from Central to South Asia.”
There are numerous opportunities for construction of all types of hydropower stations in Kyrgyzstan. In this regards, I call Pakistani business community to look more precisely into the energy sector investment projects.
Representatives of more than eighty nationalities live in peace and harmony in Kyrgyzstan. The most important wealth of our freedom-loving people is our unity.
Ambassador shared, “Kyrgyz people are looking forward to strengthen ties with brotherly people of Pakistan, taking into account deep common history, single religion and numerous cultural similarities.The bilateral relations between Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan are described as friendly, also have a rich history and many things in common from the perspective of religion, culture, language and traditions. For the last years our countries have organized significant number of visits on different levels, are actively cooperating within the framework of various regional and international organizations.
H.E expressed confidence that by our joint efforts, we can build prosperous and developed region for the future of our nations.Ambassador extended warm felicitations to people of Kyrgyzstan, as well as wish prosperity, well being and much successes to the brotherly people of Pakistan.
It was well attended reception attended by Diplomatic community, government officials, businessmen and media persons in large number.
Tazeen Akhtar
