President Asif Ali Zardari has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthening cooperation with Uzbekistan in key sectors including food and agriculture, mining, information technology, tourism, health and banking.
The President expressed this resolve while talking to Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan to Pakistan, Alisher Tukhtaev, who called on him in Islamabad today.
Asif Ali Zardari underscored the importance of effective follow-up on the outcomes of the recent historic and result-oriented state visit of President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev to Pakistan.
He said Pakistan attaches great significance to its close brotherly relations with Uzbekistan.
He further said that Pakistan welcomes Uzbekistan’s interest in importing halal meat, fruits and potatoes from Pakistan as a positive step towards enhancing bilateral trade.
The President also conveyed his gratitude to President Mirziyoyev for his message of solidarity and support following the recent terrorist attack in Islamabad.
He reaffirmed the shared resolve of Pakistan and Uzbekistan to continue their joint journey of peace, stability and development.
The Uzbek Ambassador handed over a letter from President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to President Asif Ali Zardari.
In his letter, the Uzbek President thanked President Zardari, the government and the people of Pakistan for the extraordinary hospitality and warm welcome extended to him during his visit.
He also expressed gratitude for being conferred the Nishan-e-Pakistan, Pakistan’s highest civil award, as well as the honorary professorship and doctorate.
Uzbek Ambassador Alisher Tukhtaev informed President Zardari of Uzbekistan’s desire to develop Babar Park in the F-7 Sector of Islamabad.
He said a concerned Uzbek Minister would visit Islamabad next week to hold discussions with Pakistani authorities regarding its construction.
