DOHA, Nov 4 (APP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, connectivity, energy, defence, and people-to-people exchanges with Tajikistan.
He was talking to President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon on the sidelines of the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha, Qatar.
President Zardari said that Pakistan greatly values its multifaceted relationship with Tajikistan, rooted in shared history, culture, and linguistic affinity.
He noted that the Strategic Partnership Agreement signed in 2024 reflects the growing depth of ties between the two countries. He welcomed the resumption of work on the CASA-1000 project, terming it a flagship initiative for shared prosperity, and invited Tajikistan to explore new avenues of trade and connectivity through Pakistan, including the possibility of restoring direct flights.
President Zardari also commended the successful Dosti-II joint military exercise held in August 2025 and reaffirmed Pakistan’s readiness to assist Tajikistan in defence cooperation and capacity building.
The President of Tajikistan invited President Zardari to visit Tajikistan, which the later accepted.
The two leaders also shared perspectives on regional and global issues of common concern.
The meeting was also attended by First Lady Bibi Aseefa Bhutto Zardari Chairman PPP Bilawal Bhutto Zardari and Pakistan’s Ambassador to Qatar.