Pakistan and Kazakhstan have pledged to deepen their strategic partnership, reaffirming their commitment to advancing bilateral relations in trade, economy, and regional cooperation.
During delegation-level talks in Islamabad on Tuesday, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and his Kazakh counterpart Murat Nurtleu emphasised the vast potential for collaboration across multiple sectors. Both sides underscored mutual respect, trust, and goodwill as the foundation for enhancing ties.
Dar highlighted Pakistan’s vision for peace, stability, and prosperity in the region, particularly with Central Asian states. He expressed optimism that the upcoming visit of Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev in November would mark a milestone in relations, with both delegations working to finalise the visit’s detailed program.
Kazakh Foreign Minister Nurtleu, on his first official visit to Pakistan, echoed similar sentiments, describing the bilateral relationship as “time-tested and full of potential.” He stressed Kazakhstan’s readiness to expand cooperation and bring both countries closer. Referring to earlier interactions with Pakistani officials and business leaders, he noted productive discussions on key areas of mutual interest.
Both leaders agreed that President Tokayev’s upcoming visit would inject fresh momentum into ties, opening new avenues for strategic collaboration and economic growth.
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