Historic Kazakh presidential visit strengthens trade, investment, and regional cooperation.
Islamabad, Pakistan – Web Desk: Pakistan and Kazakhstan have taken a historic step to deepen bilateral relations with the signing of 37 MoUs and agreements covering trade, investment, infrastructure, culture, and strategic cooperation.
Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, visiting Pakistan for the first time in 23 years, was warmly received by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister’s House. The leaders exchanged pleasantries, national anthems were played, and a ceremonial guard of honor welcomed the Kazakh President.
The agreements span transit trade, railway cooperation, mining, petroleum, maritime sector collaboration, plant protection, veterinary services, UN peacekeeping, and prisoner exchanges.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the potential to raise bilateral trade to $1 billion by next year, emphasizing Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening ties in trade, culture, education, and regional connectivity. President Tokayev praised Pakistan as a reliable South Asian partner, recognizing its contributions to regional peace and diplomacy.
Both leaders reaffirmed their dedication to implementing these MoUs to enhance strategic, economic, and cultural cooperation, signaling a new era in Pakistan-Kazakhstan relations.
