Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz 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 Rehman, 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.
Shahbaz Sharif addressed President Imam Ali Rehman during the press conference and 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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## Interview with expert on Pakistan-Tajikistan relations
**Host:** Welcome back to the show. Today, we’re discussing Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to Tajikistan and the potential for increased cooperation between the two nations. Joining us is Dr. [Guest Name], an expert on South Asian geopolitics. Dr. [Guest Name], thank you for being here.
**Guest:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** Prime Minister Sharif’s visit this week comes at a crucial time. Can you tell us more about the significance of this meeting and the agreements reached?
**Guest:** This visit is indeed significant. It signals Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening ties with Tajikistan, particularly in the economic sphere. The signing of several Memorandums of Understanding, including a strategic partnership agreement, demonstrates a shared desire to deepen bilateral cooperation. Prime Minister Sharif’s emphasis on attracting Tajik investment across various sectors highlights Pakistan’s need for foreign investment and its willingness to engage with Central Asian partners.
**Host:** We’ve also seen reports mentioning the transport of goods from Karachi port to both Afghanistan and Tajikistan. What role does this logistical connectivity play in the broader relationship?
**Guest:** This connectivity is vital. It underlines Pakistan’s potential as a transit hub for Central Asian trade, connecting the region to South Asia and beyond. For Tajikistan, access to Pakistani ports provides a valuable outlet for their goods, bypassing logistical challenges posed by landlocked nature. This shared interest in trade facilitation can be a crucial driver for strengthening economic ties between the two nations.
**Host:** looking ahead, what are some potential challenges and opportunities that you see in the Pakistan-Tajikistan relationship?
**Guest:** While there is definite potential for growth, there are also challenges. Regional security concerns, particularly the security situation in Afghanistan, can have spillover effects. Both countries need to work together to address these issues through increased cooperation and dialogue. On the other hand, opportunities abound in sectors like energy, infrastructure development, and cultural exchange. If both sides commit to navigating these complexities strategically, the future of the Pakistan-Tajikistan relationship looks promising.
