PM Imran stresses expansion of bilateral trade between Pakistan, Uzbekistan

Prime Minister Imran Khan has underscored the significance of enhancing structured political ties and fast-tracking trade between Pakistan and Uzbekistan.

Talking to Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on the sidelines of SCO summit in Dushanbe, Imran Khan also stressed the need for operationalising Uzbekistan-Pakistan Transit Trade Agreement and increasing collaboration in the fields of education, culture and tourism, reported Radio Pakistan.

The wide-ranging talks covered bilateral cooperation with a special focus on trade and economic relations and regional connectivity.

Stressing the importance of multi-modal connectivity, the Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s full support for the visionary Trans-Afghan Railway project and assured all possible support for its early realization.

Discussing the situation in Afghanistan, he highlighted Pakistan’s efforts in support of a peaceful, stable and prosperous Afghanistan.

Imran Khan also stressed the importance of the international community’s positive engagement with Afghanistan to address the urgent humanitarian needs and stabilize the economic situation.