{"id":63091,"date":"2026-04-27T13:21:32","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T13:21:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/?p=63091"},"modified":"2026-04-27T13:21:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T13:21:32","slug":"pakistan-zimbabwe-have-huge-potential-for-cooperation-in-trade-mining-tourism-and-infrastructure-issi-paidar-commemorate-zimbabwes-national-day-in-islamabad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pakistan-zimbabwe-have-huge-potential-for-cooperation-in-trade-mining-tourism-and-infrastructure-issi-paidar-commemorate-zimbabwes-national-day-in-islamabad\/","title":{"rendered":"Pakistan Zimbabwe have huge potential for cooperation in trade, mining, tourism, and infrastructure | ISSI-PAIDAR Commemorate Zimbabwe\u2019s National Day in Islamabad"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Islamabad : April 27, 2026 – The Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East & Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), in collaboration with Pakistan Africa Institute for Development and Research (PAIDAR), organized an event to commemorate Zimbabwe\u2019s National Day.<\/p>\n

The proceedings, which began with the national anthems of Pakistan and Zimbabwe were moderated by Dr. Amina Khan, Director CAMEA. Speakers included Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman, BoG, ISSI; H.E. T.M.J Abu-Basutu, (RTD) Air Marshal, Ambassador of Zimbabwe to Pakistan; Mr. Muhammad Amjad Aziz Qazi, Ambassador of Pakistan to Zimbabwe. The Chief Guest on the occasion was Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed, President PAIDAR.<\/p>\n

Ambassador Khalid Mahmood<\/strong> highlighted the significance of Zimbabwe\u2019s National Day, marking its independence on April 18, 1980, and paid tribute to its resilience and struggle for sovereignty. He underscored the strong Pakistan\u2013Zimbabwe relationship, rooted in mutual respect and South\u2013South cooperation, and recalled Pakistan\u2019s consistent support for Zimbabwe\u2019s independence.<\/p>\n

He noted ongoing collaboration in defence, education, agriculture, health, and capacity building. He emphasized the potential to expand trade and economic cooperation, particularly in agriculture, textiles, and light engineering, under Pakistan\u2019s \u2018Engage Africa\u2019 policy. He also reaffirmed the importance of stronger institutional linkages and highlighted ISSI\u2019s role, through CAMEA, in promoting dialogue, research, and engagement with Africa.<\/p>\n

\"\"Dr. Amina Khan<\/strong> highlighted the significance of the National Day of the Republic of Zimbabwe, paying tribute to the courage and resilience of its people. She underscored that Africa remains a key pillar of Pakistan\u2019s foreign policy and noted CAMEA\u2019s efforts under the \u2018Engage Africa\u2019 policy to promote meaningful engagement through initiatives such as National Day and Africa Day commemorations. She emphasized the importance of building practical partnerships and strengthening people-to-people and institutional linkages.<\/p>\n

Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed<\/strong> highlighted that Pakistan\u2019s relationship with Zimbabwe dates back to its nationalist struggle, when Pakistan was among the first countries to extend political, diplomatic, financial, and material support against British colonial rule.<\/p>\n

\"\"He noted that the partnership, strengthened through leadership-level engagement, continued after independence, with Pakistan among the first to recognize Zimbabwe in 1980, reflecting deep mutual trust and solidarity.<\/p>\n

He highlighted cooperation in defence, trade, and people-to-people contacts, as well as the role of the Pakistani diaspora and early cultural and sporting exchanges, including cricket ties in the 1990s.<\/p>\n

He stressed the importance of amplifying the voices of developing countries and the potential for deeper cooperation in a changing global order. He further pointed to the shifting global balance from West to East, linking it to Afro-Asian solidarity rooted in the Bandung spirit, and expressed confidence that relations can grow further through expanded people-to-people and business-to-business linkages, reaffirming Pakistan\u2019s commitment to Africa solidarity.\"\"<\/p>\n

Ambassador T.M.J Abu-Basutu,<\/strong> in his remarks, appreciated the ISSI for organising the celebration of Zimbabwe\u2019s 46th National Day and highlighted the longstanding, brotherly ties between Zimbabwe and Pakistan. He acknowledged Pakistan\u2019s consistent support since Zimbabwe\u2019s independence, particularly in defence cooperation and the training of Zimbabwe\u2019s Air Force.<\/p>\n

Emphasising the need to expand bilateral ties, he pointed to the untapped potential in sectors such as trade, mining, tourism, and infrastructure, and called for greater collaboration between the governments and private sectors of both countries to foster economic growth and deepen the partnership.<\/p>\n

He highlighted Pakistan\u2019s longstanding role in training the Zimbabwe Air Force and ongoing cooperation through institutions such as the National Defence University and Foreign Service Academy, underscoring strong bilateral ties across defence, education, and sports.<\/p>\n

Emphasizing \u201cUnity and Development towards Vision 2030,\u201d he called for collective efforts to build a prosperous and modern Zimbabwe, expressed optimism about its economic prospects, and reaffirmed Pakistan\u2019s continued support, including for its UN engagements and bid for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council (2027\u20132028).<\/p>\n

Ambassador Amjad Qazi<\/strong> said that Pakistan and Zimbabwe enjoy cordial relations and support each other at multilateral forums, including the United Nations. He noted that an MoU on bilateral cooperation will be signed, with defence cooperation as an important aspect of ties.<\/p>\n

He also highlighted education linkages, with Zimbabwean students studying in Pakistan and efforts underway to enhance university-to-university collaboration. He further stressed the need to strengthen business-to-business connections. In particular, he underscored greater engagement between the chambers of commerce.<\/p>\n

The event included an exhibition of the products of Zimbabwe in which the particpants took keen interest.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ambassadors of Algeria, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Morocco, Mauritius, Turkmenistan, Tunisia, Yemen also participated in the celebration.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pakistan in the World \u2013 March \/ April 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n