Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif arrived in Dushanbe, Tajikistan earlier today on a two-day visit at the invitation of President Emomali Rahmon to discuss energy, infrastructure, connectivity and security.
The prime minister was accompanied by a high-level delegation including the Minister for Water and Power, Minister for Textile Industry, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and senior officials.
“Pakistan attaches high importance to its deep historical bonds with Central Asia and is committed to expanding mutually-beneficial cooperation with all countries in the region,” a statement released in Islamabad from the Foreign Office said.
The Prime Minister’s visit is part of regular high-level exchanges between the two countries and was reflective of this high priority and the commitment to further deepen Pakistan’s engagement with Central Asia.