‘Historic Visit’: Pakistan, Uzbekistan Vow Boosting Bilateral Trade to $2 Billion
During a high-level meeting between Pakistani and Uzbek officials, both countries pledged to enhance bilateral trade and economic cooperation, aiming to increase trade volume to $2 billion in the coming years. The agreement comes amid efforts to strengthen regional connectivity and promote mutual investment.
Officials from both sides highlighted key areas for collaboration, including energy, agriculture, textiles, and technology. Strategies discussed included simplifying trade regulations, promoting joint ventures, and improving transport and logistics infrastructure to facilitate smoother cross-border commerce.
Pakistan’s Commerce Minister emphasized that boosting trade with Uzbekistan is part of a broader economic strategy to diversify markets and enhance regional economic integration. Uzbek officials expressed commitment to deepening ties and exploring opportunities for investment in strategic sectors.
Analysts noted that the historic visit could pave the way for long-term economic growth, increased employment opportunities, and stronger diplomatic relations between the two countries. Both sides agreed to establish regular dialogue mechanisms to monitor progress and ensure effective implementation of trade initiatives.
The visit was described as “historic” by officials, signaling a new era of strategic partnership and economic collaboration in Central and South Asia.
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خلاصہ (اردو میں):
پاکستان اور ازبکستان نے اپنے تجارتی تعلقات کو 2 ارب ڈالر تک بڑھانے کا عزم کیا ہے۔ اس موقع پر دونوں ممالک نے توانائی، زراعت، ٹیکسٹائل اور ٹیکنالوجی جیسے شعبوں میں تعاون کو فروغ دینے پر اتفاق کیا۔
