ISLAMABAD, Jun 11 (APP):Pakistan and Kazakhstan on Thursday discussed ways to enhance industrial cooperation, economic development and trade between the two countries. The discussion took place during a meeting between Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar Khan and Kazakhstan's Ambassador to Pakistan Yerzhan Kistafin. Both sides agreed to strengthen industrial and economic ties further and explore new opportunities for collaboration in key sectors. The …
Pakistan, Kazakhstan discuss strengthening bilateral economic, industrial cooperation
ISLAMABAD, Jun 11 (APP):Pakistan and Kazakhstan on Thursday discussed ways to enhance industrial cooperation, economic development and trade between the two countries.
The discussion took place during a meeting between Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production Haroon Akhtar Khan and Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to Pakistan Yerzhan Kistafin.
Both sides agreed to strengthen industrial and economic ties further and explore new opportunities for collaboration in key sectors.
The Kazakh envoy expressed Kazakhstan’s keen interest in Pakistan’s furniture industry, sports goods sector and maritime infrastructure, particularly its seaports.
Haroon Akhtar said Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s vision was centered on strengthening connectivity and economic cooperation with Central Asian states.
He highlighted the importance of deepening economic engagement and expanding trade relations between Pakistan and Kazakhstan.
Stressing the need for improved financial connectivity, Haroon Akhtar Khan said stronger banking linkages between the two countries are essential to facilitate trade and investment.
He urged the State Bank of Pakistan to prioritize and expedite the establishment of banking branches to support growing economic interaction.
The envoy underscored the importance of enhancing direct contacts between the business communities of both countries to unlock the full potential of bilateral trade and investment.
Haroon Akhtar Khan said Pakistani furniture was known for its high quality and excellent finishing and enjoys strong demand in international markets.
He emphasized that greater cooperation could create new opportunities for Pakistani exporters in Kazakhstan and the wider Central Asian region.
The ambassador invited Pakistani industrialists and entrepreneurs to participate in exhibitions and expos being organized in Kazakhstan, providing opportunities to showcase their products and establish business partnerships.
Discussing travel facilitation, the ambassador said visa-free access was already available to holders of diplomatic and official passports.
He added that work was underway to extend visa facilitation measures to business passport holders.
He also said Kazakhstan was committed to providing additional visa facilities to Pakistani tourists to promote tourism and people-to-people exchanges.
Haroon Akhtar Khan highlighted Pakistan’s immense tourism potential, describing the country as rich in natural beauty and diverse tourist attractions.
He said Pakistan’s majestic mountains, vast deserts and breathtaking landscapes continue to attract visitors from around the world.
He further emphasised that cooperation between Pakistan and Kazakhstan in the tourism sector would be mutually beneficial and strengthen cultural and economic ties between the two countries.
The envoy praised Pakistan’s natural beauty, ongoing development efforts and visionary leadership, expressing confidence in the growing partnership between the two friendly nations.
