The
Ambassador of Uzbekistan Mr. Furqat Sidiqov called on National Security Adviser
Lt. General Nasser Khan Janjua this afternoon. Besides matters pertaining
to promotion of bilateral relations, issues regarding defence cooperation and
overall regional security situation also came under discussion.
The Ambassador said that over the
years both Pakistan and Uzbekistan had successfully developed excellent
diplomatic relations. “Uzbekistan Government is keen to strengthen these ties
further by extending cooperation in multiple areas including political, defence
and economic sector such as trade, energy and agriculture, he added. The
Ambassador also acknowledged and appreciated Pakistan's commitment and efforts
against terrorism and stressed the need for well-planned coordinated efforts by
all regional countries to tackle the regional challenges through regional solutions
on the basis of political dialogue. He also highlighted the fact that the two
countries shared views on major regional and international issues concerning
peace and security.
NSA said that Uzbekistan is a
brotherly Muslim country and Pakistan attached great importance to cordial and
cooperative relations with Uzbekistan. Both countries have immense potential to
expand the spectrum of bilateral relations. He also appreciated the approach of
Uzbek Government towards different regional issues.
The Ambassador also extended an
invitation to NSA for participation in the forth-coming International High
Level Conference on Security and Sustainable Development in Central Asia to be
held in Uzbekistan on 9-11 November 2017.