Shehbaz Sharif’s Central Asia Outreach: Strengthening Trade, Energy, And Security Ties – OpEd
Prime Minister Pakistan’s Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to Dushanbe, Tajikistan, on July 1, 2024, marks Pakistan’s commitment to regional connectivity. His Tajik counterpart, Kokhir Tajik Minister of Energy and Water Resources Daler Juma, warmly welcomed the prime minister and the deputy minister of foreign affairs. The Prime Minister’s two-day visit will include participation at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Conference in Astana, a significant platform for fostering regional cooperation and addressing shared issues. Being an influential member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), Pakistan is expected to contribute significantly to promoting economic development and stability.
Gwadar and Karachi, Pakistan’s two main ports, can process over 1 million metric tons of cargo annually, putting the country in an ideal position to act as a commercial center for products originating in Central Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Tajikistan is a crucial hub for regional communication due to its proximity to........
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