In a telephone conversation held on June 7, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Prime Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif exchanged warm greetings on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, the holy holiday for the entire Muslim Ummah. The leaders wished wellbeing and prosperity to the friendly peoples of Uzbekistan and Pakistan.
The outcomes of practical implementation of agreements reached during the historic visit of the Prime Minister of Pakistan to Uzbekistan in February this year were discussed.
Progressive strengthening of strategic partnership, intensification of contacts and exchanges at different levels have been noted with satisfaction.
There is a notable growth in the volume of mutual trade and cargo transportation, the frequency of direct flights is increasing. Projects in pharmaceuticals, agriculture, textiles, logistics and other areas are being implemented. Trade houses have been established in Lahore and Karachi.
Importance of effective holding of the next session of the Intergovernmental Commission and business forum scheduled for this year has been noted.
The leaders of Uzbekistan and Pakistan also exchanged views on the regional agenda and reviewed the schedule of upcoming events.