Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan have called on the Afghan government to fulfill its commitments to the international community and address Pakistan’s legitimate security concerns. During the visit, both countries signed 15 memoranda of understanding (MOUs) covering energy, minerals, trade, education, law and justice, culture, and tourism. They also agreed to increase bilateral trade volume to $200 million.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov held a delegation-level meeting, attended by Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, federal ministers, and senior officials.
The leaders emphasized the historical ties, shared culture and values, and the importance of promoting regional peace and prosperity. They reiterated their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation, particularly in trade, energy, communication, and public engagement.
Both countries agreed to enhance economic cooperation and ensure timely implementation of the CASA-1000 project. They also welcomed the operationalization of the Quadrilateral Traffic in Transit Agreement (QTTA) road corridor to boost regional trade.
The discussions included ensuring a stable and peaceful Afghanistan, verified measures against terrorist elements, and support for the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination, including the establishment of a sovereign, united, and independent Palestinian state along the June 1967 borders with Jerusalem as its capital.
During the visit, 15 MOUs were signed across key sectors, including energy, minerals, trade, education, law and justice, culture, and tourism. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif warmly welcomed President Japarov and his delegation, hosting an official luncheon in their honor.
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