On September 30, 2025, a meeting took place between the Deputy Minister of Economic Development and Trade of the Republic of Tajikistan, Ms. Rukhshona Hikmatullo Nasriddinzoda, and the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan, Mr. Syed Ali Asad Gilani.
At the beginning of the meeting, Ms. Nasriddinzoda stated that thanks to the wise policy of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, Leader of the Nation, H.E. Emomali Rahmon, the friendly relations and economic and trade cooperation between Tajikistan and Pakistan have been steadily developing and have reached a qualitatively new level.
During the meeting, the two sides discussed issues related to trade and investment development, increasing the volume of trade, attracting private sector investment, and introducing new technologies. They emphasized the need to utilize untapped potential in such sectors as industry, agriculture, renewable energy, tourism, transport, and logistics.
It was noted that Tajikistan has considerable potential, particularly in the field of hydropower and agricultural production, which presents mutual interest for the large Pakistani market.
Mr. Syed Ali Asad Gilani expressed his readiness to support the expansion of ties between the business communities of both countries, the organization of joint events, and the attraction of Pakistani investment into Tajikistan's economy.
At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides expressed confidence that by making use of the existing legal framework and available opportunities, cooperation between Tajikistan and Pakistan in various fields will continue to expand, contributing to the strengthening of friendly relations and the development of the regional economy.
