Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has invited Tajikistan to invest in various sectors in Pakistan during his visit on Tuesday.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif along with his delegation has reached Dushanbe on Tuesday on a two-day visit.
After arriving in Dushanbe, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met the President of Tajikistan, Imam Ali Rahman, in which mutual cooperation between the two countries in various fields was discussed.
After the meeting, Prime Minister of Pakistan Shahbaz Sharif and President of Tajikistan Imam Ali Rehman held a joint press conference.
Shahbaz Sharif said on this occasion that ‘today we signed several memorandums of understanding which will lead to the strengthening of bilateral relations between the two countries.’
“The most important thing was to sign the strategic partnership agreement,” he said.
Addressing President Imam Ali Rehman during the press conference, Shahbaz Sharif said, “I assure you that I myself will work with you so that our brotherly relations can be strengthened.”
He further said that ‘goods are being transported from Karachi port to Afghanistan and Tajikistan.’
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“We want a rail, road and road network of economic importance for both countries and Afghanistan to be connected, which goes from Tajikistan to Afghanistan’s Karachi port, and goods from Afghanistan can be delivered to Tajikistan from Karachi.”
The Pakistani Prime Minister said that you mentioned China, Tajikistan, Afghanistan trade corridor program. We will be happy to be a part of this program. I will be happy to talk to the Chinese counterpart.’
According to Pakistan’s official media, Tajik Prime Minister Kahir Rasulzada, Tajik Minister of Energy and Water Resources Dalir Juma, Tajik Deputy Foreign Minister Farrukh Sharifzada, Dushanbe Mayor Jamshid Tabarzada and Tajik Ambassador to Pakistan Yusuf Sharif at Dushanbe Airport in Tajikistan. Pakistan’s Ambassador to Zada, Tajikistan Mohammad Saeed Sarwar and senior government and diplomatic officials welcomed the Prime Minister.
Tajik Prime Minister Qahir Rasulzada also had a conversation with Prime Minister Muhammad Shahbaz Sharif at the airport.
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How might this partnership affect the geopolitical balance in Central Asia?
## Strengthening Ties: Pakistan and Tajikistan forge closer economic bonds
**Interviewer:** Welcome to the program. Joining us today is Dr. Alina Khan, a leading expert on South Asian geopolitics. Dr. Khan, Pakistan Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif’s recent visit to Tajikistan saw the signing of significant agreements. Can you shed some light on the implications of this burgeoning relationship?
**Dr. Khan:** Certainly. This visit signifies a deepening of ties between Pakistan and Tajikistan, driven by a shared desire for economic growth and regional stability. The signing of the strategic partnership agreement is particularly noteworthy, demonstrating a long-term commitment to collaboration.
**Interviewer:** Prime Minister Sharif specifically called for Tajik investments in various sectors within Pakistan. What sectors do you believe hold the most potential for mutual benefit?
**Dr. Khan:** There are several areas ripe for cooperation. Given Tajikistan’s abundant hydropower resources, joint ventures in energy infrastructure could be transformative for both countries. Pakistan’s agriculture sector could also benefit from Tajik expertise in water management techniques. Additionally, expanding trade through the Karachi port, as mentioned by Prime Minister Sharif, offers a gateway to regional markets for both goods and services.
**Interviewer:** Geopolitically, how does this relationship fit into the broader Central Asian landscape?
**Dr. Khan:** This partnership aligns with Pakistan’s policy of seeking economic and diplomatic engagement with Central Asian nations. Tajikistan, while geographically close to Pakistan, is also strategically positioned as a link between South Asia and Central Asia. Strengthening this relationship can help Pakistan diversify its economic partners and enhance its regional influence.
**Interviewer:** Dr. Khan, thank you for your insightful analysis. It appears these agreements mark a significant step forward in the Pakistan-Tajikistan relationship.
**Dr. Khan:** My pleasure. It will be interesting to observe how these agreements translate into tangible economic benefits and contribute to a more prosperous future for both nations. [[1](https://mofa.gov.pk/dushanbe-pakistan-tajikistan-relations)]
