PM Imran Khan underlines importance of security & stability in Afghanistan for advancing connectivity agenda leading to regional prosperity

ISLAMABAD, Feb 22 (SABAH): The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Investments and Foreign Trade of Uzbekistan, Sardor Umurzakov called on Prime Minister Imran Khan on Tuesday.

Prime Minister Imran Khan underscored the close fraternal relations between both countries and expressed Pakistan’s resolve to forge closer ties with Uzbekistan in all spheres covering trade, agriculture, energy, and people-to-people contacts. The Prime Minister said that he was looking forward to the visit of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to Pakistan in March 2022.

While emphasizing that regional connectivity and integration is the cornerstone of economic growth and development, Prime Minister Imran Khan reiterated Pakistan’s strong commitment to the Trans-Afghan Railway project.

The Prime Minister underlined the importance of security and stability in Afghanistan for advancing connectivity agenda leading to regional prosperity. He also reiterated the urgent need to address the humanitarian and economic challenges in Afghanistan to alleviate human sufferings.

Prime Minister Imran Khan underscored the importance of resumption of direct air flights between Lahore and Tashkent to enhance tourism, business linkages and people-to-people contacts. He also stressed on finalizing all pending bilateral MoUs and Agreements, particularly the Preferential Trade Agreement.

Deputy Prime Minister Sardor Umurzakov conveyed greetings for the Prime Minister from the Uzbek President.