Uzbekistan’s Ambassador and Pakistan’s Commerce Minister Forge Path for Enhanced Economic Relations

Islamabad, March 29, 2024 :

Uzbekistan’s Ambassador to Pakistan, Aybek Arif Usmanov, met with Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, aiming to elevate economic relations between the two nations.

Usmanov praised Minister Jam’s experience in politics and expressed confidence in his ability to enhance bilateral trade.

Stressing the longstanding friendly ties between Pakistan and Uzbekistan, Usmanov emphasized the necessity of bolstering economic cooperation across various sectors through B2B and G2G agreements.

Uzbekistan’s foreign minister and deputy trade secretary have plan to visit Pakistan soon for B2B and G2G discussions aimed at boosting trade, he added.

Highlighting the potential in sectors like agriculture, pharmaceuticals, building materials, textiles, and leather, Usmanov underscored the importance of tapping into these opportunities.

Minister Khan echoed the sentiment, acknowledging the untapped potential between the two countries and emphasizing the need for improved connectivity and new trade routes to enhance trade volume.

Both dignitaries pledged for close coordination to facilitate the business community from both sides.

This commitment aligns with their shared goal of fostering stronger economic ties and creating mutually beneficial opportunities for trade and investment.