H.E Sherali Jononov, Ambassador
for Tajikistan called on Minister for Defence, Engr. Khurram Dastgir Khan here
in Ministry of Defence today. Minister for Defence expressed well wishes for
the military and civil leadership of the Tajikistan and its people.
Federal Minister highlighted that being
neighbours of Afghanistan both Pakistan and Tajikistan are facing similar
security challenges and threats. “Pakistan believes in peaceful resolution of
all issues and appreciates the efforts of Tajikistan in promotion of peace and
stability in the region”, he added.
Defence Minister. Engr. Khurram Dastgir
Khan also mentioned that CPEC would further provide new and unique
opportunities for enhancing connectivity and integration from Gwadar to Kashgar
and Muryhab in Tajikistan.
Federal Minister offered avenues for
working out mechanisms for accelerating intelligence cooperation through high
level interaction and exchange of military delegation /training of their armed
forces in order to fight international crime and terrorism.
Defence Minister also conveyed readiness of
Pakistan to enhance the capacity of the Armed Forces of Tajikistan in areas of
mutual interest especially through required technical assistance and defence industry.
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