Pakistan, Uzbekistan agree on greater communication network
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Pakistan and Uzbekistan have underscored need for greater communication network to realize trade potential between the two countries.
The understanding came at a meeting between Prime Minister Imran Khan and Deputy Prime Minister of Uzbekistan Elyor Ganiev, in Islamabad today.
They also discussed bilateral relations as well as the regional situation.
Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Uzbekistan Elyor Majidovich Ganivev also called on Chief of Army Staff General Qamar Javed Bajwa at GHQ in Rawalpindi and discussed matters related to mutual interest including regional security and connectivity.
Welcoming the dignitary to Pakistan, the Army Chief said Uzbekistan is a brotherly country and cooperation between the both will not only help in improving peace and stability in the region, but also usher in economic prosperity as well.
The visiting dignitary appreciated the role of Pakistan Army in battling the scourge of terrorism in the country and for maintenance of peace and stability in the region.
Meanwhile, Pakistan and Uzbekistan have agreed to enhance the trade volume between the two countries up to 300 million dollars.
This was decided during a delegation level meeting between the two sides in Islamabad on Monday.
The Pakistan side was led by Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi while the Uzbek side was headed by Deputy Prime Minister of Uzbekistan Elyor Ganiev.
They exchanged views about promotion of bilateral relations and cooperation including matters pertaining to regional and global affairs.
They also reviewed implementation of decisions taken between the leadership of both countries during previous meetings.
Addressing the meeting, the Foreign Minister said Pakistan wants to promote its links with Central Asian countries.
Uzbek Deputy Prime Minister on the occasion said his visit to Pakistan will be helpful to further strengthen bilateral relations and deepen economic partnership between the two countries.
