DUSHANBE : The Federal Minister for Energy (Power Division), Sardar Awais Ahmad Khan Leghari, during his visit to Dushanbe , called on Prime Minister Qahir Rasulzadeh and conveyed the best wishes of the Pakistani leadership. Ambassador Sharifzoda Yusuf Toir and Ambassador Irfan Ahmed were also present in the meeting.
The Tajik Prime Minister expressed satisfaction over the successful holding of the Joint Commission and said that the vision of the leadership of the two countries has elevated the bilateral relations to the level of strategic partnership.
The Federal Minister reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to the timely completion of the CASA-1000 project.
The two sides stressed the importance of developing sustainable trade and connectivity routes. The Tajik Prime Minister appreciated Pakistan’s participation in the High-Level Water Forum held in Dushanbe last month.
The meeting also emphasized the need to start direct flights between the two countries and improve visa facilities. On this occasion, it was suggested that in view of the growing importance of bilateral relations, the meetings of the Joint Commission should be held more than once a year.
The two countries reiterated their commitment to further expand cooperation in various sectors including trade, agriculture, energy, tourism and regional connectivity and to maintain the progress made through the Joint Commission.
