KARACHI: Pakistan cherishes its cordialrelationship with Russia and is equally committed to promote the sameon strong lines, said Governor of Sindh, Muhammad Zubair here onWednesday.Talking to the Consul General of Russia, Oleg N Avdeev, in a Farewell meeting at the governor house, he said the rampant changes in the geo-political scenario in the world, since 2011, has renewed closeness between the two countries.Appreciating the Russian C.G. for his role in promoting friendship between the two people, he said this has also led to series of partnerships in the spheres of technology, investment, trade andbusiness.Establishment of Pakistan Steels and technical assistanceextended by Russia for Guddu and Muzaffargarh power plants, over theyears, are the most prominent projects that can never be ignored bythe people of Pakistan, said the Governor of Sindh.Muhammad Zubair said Russian investment in the Thar Coal Projectis also highly appreciable and that the people of Sindh and Pakistanlook forward to more such partnerships.Mentioning that Karachi, the commercial hub of the country has emerged to be a favorite destination for numerous multinational companies, he said Russia can take advantage of the potential that the city offers.Consul General Oleg N Avdeev on the occasion expressed his gratitude to the people of Sindh and its capital Karachi for extending him all respect and care.