ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to visit Russia during the first week of December, with a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin also likely to feature on the agenda, according to government sources.
The anticipated visit could provide an opportunity for Pakistan and Russia to discuss bilateral relations, regional developments and areas of mutual cooperation.
The proposed trip comes as both countries continue to explore opportunities to strengthen their engagement across diplomatic, economic and energy sectors. However, the visit and the expected presidential meeting have not been confirmed in an official announcement.
According to government sources, discussions could include prospects for long-term cooperation in the energy sector, particularly Russian oil, liquefied natural gas (LNG) and gas pipeline projects.
Energy cooperation is expected to be an important area of interest, given Pakistan's requirements for reliable energy supplies and its efforts to explore different sources of fuel. Any long-term arrangements would depend on the outcome of discussions and the relevant commercial, technical and policy considerations.
The proposed talks could also provide an opportunity to examine broader avenues for economic cooperation between Islamabad and Moscow.
The expected meeting between Shehbaz Sharif and Putin could cover the regional situation alongside bilateral ties and mutual interests. The two sides are also likely to discuss areas where closer coordination could serve their respective economic and diplomatic priorities.
Further details about the prime minister's travel schedule, the proposed meeting and the specific issues to be discussed are awaited as the anticipated December visit approaches.