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Express Tribune
24-02-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
PM Shehbaz receives guard of honour at Azerbaijan's presidential palace
Listen to article Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was accorded a guard of honour at the Zagulba Presidential Palace in Azerbaijan on Monday as he began his two-day official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations. President Ilham Aliyev welcomed the Pakistani premier upon his arrival at the palace, where the national anthems of both countries were played before the formal reception by the Azerbaijani armed forces. The visit marks PM Shehbaz's second trip to Azerbaijan since assuming office in March 2024. He is accompanied by a high-level ministerial delegation, including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan, and Minister for Investment and Privatisation Abdul Aleem Khan. Following the reception, both leaders proceeded for a bilateral meeting, which was followed by delegation-level talks. Discussions covered a range of key areas, including trade, investment, energy cooperation, defence collaboration, and joint efforts to combat climate change. During the visit, Pakistan and Azerbaijan have signed multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) and agreements to boost economic and strategic partnerships. Officials say the agreements will focus on expanding trade, strengthening energy collaboration, and enhancing cultural and diplomatic exchanges. As part of his engagements, PM Shehbaz will also attend the Pakistan-Azerbaijan Business Forum, where business leaders from both countries will explore opportunities for joint ventures and investment. The forum is expected to facilitate business-to-business (B2B) collaboration across various sectors. Pakistan and Azerbaijan share historically close ties, underpinned by mutual support on key global and regional issues. The visit is seen as a step towards further deepening bilateral cooperation and advancing shared economic and strategic goals.
Express Tribune
24-02-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
PM arrives in Baku for bilateral talks
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Baku on Sunday for a two-day official visit to the Republic of Azerbaijan. Upon arrival at Heydar Aliyev International Airport, the prime minister was warmly received by senior Azerbaijani officials, including First Deputy Prime Minister Yaqub Abdulla oglu Eyyubov, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Yalchin Rafiyev, Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Pakistan Khazar Farkhadov, Pakistan's ambassador to Azerbaijan Qasim Mohiuddin and senior dignitaries. During the visit, the prime minister will hold high-level meetings with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and other senior Azerbaijani officials. The discussions will focus on further strengthening bilateral relations, expanding trade and investment, enhancing cooperation in the energy sector, synergizing efforts to deal with climate change, deepening defense collaboration, and fostering cultural exchanges. Several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) and agreements are expected to be signed, further solidifying the partnership between the two countries. As part of his engagements, the PM and the Azerbaijani leadership will also address the Pakistan-Azerbaijan Business Forum, scheduled for Monday. The forum will bring together business leaders from both countries to explore avenues for joint ventures and trade and investment opportunities, emphasizing business-to-business (B2B) collaboration. Pakistan and Azerbaijan share a long-standing bond of brotherhood, underpinned by shared values and common aspirations. This visit underscores the commitment of both nations to deepening their bilateral ties, enhancing economic cooperation, and fostering regional collaboration. The prime minister is accompanied by a high-level ministerial delegation, including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan, Minister for Investment & Privatization Abdul Aleem Khan, Minister for Overseas Pakistanis & Human Resource Development Chaudhry Salik Hussain, Minister for Information & Broadcasting Ataullah Tarar, and Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Syed Tariq Fatemi. Upon reaching Baku, PM Shehbaz tweeted, "Landed in the beautiful city of Baku, where the past and future converge in a vibrant embrace. The city looks even more enchanting under a blanket of snow!" The PM added, "Looking forward to productive discussions for further strengthening the deep rooted bonds between Pakistan and Azerbaijan. We also seek to enhance trade and investment ties." APP
Express Tribune
24-02-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
PM Shehbaz lands in Baku for a two-day official trip
Listen to article Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Baku on Sunday for a two-day official visit aimed at strengthening Pakistan-Azerbaijan ties, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said. He was received by senior Azerbaijani officials upon landing at Heydar Aliyev International Airport, according to the PMO. During his visit, he is scheduled to meet Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev and other top officials to discuss expanding bilateral trade, investment, energy cooperation, defence collaboration, and cultural exchanges. The leaders will also explore joint efforts on climate change. "The discussions will focus on further strengthening bilateral relations, expanding trade and investment, enhancing cooperation in the energy sector, synergising efforts to deal with climate change, deepening defence collaboration, and fostering cultural exchanges," the PMO said. Multiple agreements and memorandums of understanding (MoUs) are expected to be signed during the visit. As part of his engagements, Shehbaz and Azerbaijani leaders will address the Pakistan-Azerbaijan Business Forum on Monday. The forum will bring together business leaders from both nations to explore trade opportunities and joint ventures, with an emphasis on business-to-business collaboration. The PM is accompanied by a high-level ministerial delegation, including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan, Investment and Privatisation Minister Abdul Aleem Khan, Overseas Pakistanis Minister Chaudhry Salik Hussain, Information Minister Ataullah Tarar, and Special Assistant to the PM Syed Tariq Fatemi.
