Today, on the sidelines of the International Parliamentary Conference dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Constitution of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Chairman of the Majlisi Namoyandagon of the Majlisi Oli of the Republic of Tajikistan, Faizali Idizoda, held a meeting with the Chairman of the Senate of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani.
During the meeting, Faizali Idizoda emphasized that for the representatives of the people, cooperation between Tajikistan and Pakistan, based on mutual respect, constructive engagement, and friendship, is of great importance.
It was highlighted that bilateral cooperation between Tajikistan and Pakistan has been steadily developing and, in recent years, has evolved from ordinary interstate relations into a strategic partnership. The interstate relations are grounded on more than 96 international agreements, which contribute to enhancing the effectiveness of diplomatic efforts on both sides.
Particular satisfaction was expressed with the signing of the Strategic Partnership Agreement between Tajikistan and Pakistan, achieved during the visit of the Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif to the Republic of Tajikistan on July 2–3, 2024.
It was noted that the successes achieved in developing bilateral relations are the result of the efforts and political will of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan — Leader of the Nation, His Excellency Emomali Rahmon, and the Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, His Excellency Shehbaz Sharif.
The parties emphasized the importance of expanding inter-parliamentary cooperation. To this end, an Inter-Parliamentary Friendship and Cooperation Group has been established, with working meetings held regularly.
Currently, relations between Tajikistan and Pakistan are dynamically developing in the field of political consultations, as well as in areas such as defense, security, trade, energy, investment, transport, tourism, science, and culture.
The exchange of experience in legislative activities and the strengthening of cooperation within the framework of the United Nations (UN), the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), the Inter-Parliamentary Union, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), the new Asian-African Parliamentary Assembly, and other international and regional structures were recognized as important areas of collaboration.
