PM Nawaz reaches Tajikistan on two-day visit
The leaders of the both countries will discuss bilateral relations.
DUSHANBE (Dunya News) – Accompanied by a high-level delegation, Prime Minister (PM) of Pakistan Nawaz Sharif has Wednesday reached Tajikistan on two-day visit at the invitation of President of Tajikistan, Emomali Rahmon.
The leaders of both countries will discuss bilateral relations, economic cooperation, including trade and investment, energy cooperation and regional connectivity will be the key focus of their talks in Dushanbe. They will also exchange views on regional and international issues of mutual interest, with particular attention to Pakistan’s policy of a peaceful neighborhood.
A Joint Declaration entitled "Road towards strategic partnership for regional solidarity" will be signed during the visit. A meeting of Joint Business Council (JBC) will coincide with the visit of the Prime Minister. The JBC will consider steps to enhance bilateral trade and commercial ties.
Tajikistan is also hosting a Quadrilateral Summit of CASA-1000 member states, namely; Afghanistan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan and Tajikistan. This project aims developing energy corridor and land connectivity between Tajikistan, Afghanistan and Pakistan. It will also provide electricity produced in Tajikistan and Uzbekistan to Afghanistan and Pakistan.
A Trilateral Summit between Pakistan, Afghanistan and Tajikistan is also scheduled to be held on the sidelines of the visit to hold discussions on regional topics of mutual interest.
