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Business Recorder
6 days ago
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Pakistan, Russia take holistic stock of bilateral ties
ISLAMABAD: The Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM), Syed Tariq Fatemi, undertook a visit to the Russian Federation from June 02-04, 2025. After meeting with the Russian Foreign Minister, the SAPM called on Sergey Tsivilev, Minister of Energy of the Russian Federation and Co-Chair of the Pakistan-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission (IGC). Both sides took a holistic stock of bilateral relations, identifying key areas of trade, energy, connectivity, new Steel Mills, cybersecurity, etc for future cooperation. The SAPM emphasised on the prospects of further development of energy cooperation between Pakistan and Russia. In addition, he briefed Tsivilev on the recent developments in South Asia, while lauding Russia's role in de-escalating tensions. Tsivilev expressed satisfaction on the outcomes of the ninth Pakistan-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission (IGC) held in Moscow in 2024 and hoped for productive next IGC in Pakistan this year, adding that Pakistan has the potential to become a 'transit hub'. Later, the SAPM called on Yury Ushakov, Senior Aide to the President on Foreign Policy Issues. During the meeting, the SAPM briefed him on the recent escalation in the South Asia and outlined Pakistan's position vis-à-vis India's aggressive actions, especially unilaterally holding the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) in abeyance. Besides these meetings, the SAPM gave two interviews to the leading Russian TV networks, expressing his candid views on the increasingly positive trends in Pakistan-Russia relations and recent escalation between Pakistan and India. He also had an extensive exchange of views with a group of academics and journalists from prominent print and electronic media. Furthermore, the SAPM was hosted by Valdai Discussion Club, a prestigious think-tank in Moscow, for a talk on 4th June, on the recent developments in South Asia and Pakistan-Russia relations. Overall, the visit of the SAPM was highly successful, with several important official engagements and candid exchanges with parliamentarians, a think tank, several academics and journalists. It paved the way to explicitly share Pakistan's perspective on the recent situation and other important issues, such as IWT to the Russian side. There was widespread appreciation for the manner in which Pakistan was enhancing its relations with Russia, in important areas of trade, investment, energy and connectivity routes. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
03-06-2025
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SAPM Fatemi delivers PM's letter to President Putin in meeting with Russian FM Lavrov
Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Foreign Affairs and Minister of State, Syed Tariq Fatemi, met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday as he began his official visit to the Russian Federation, the Foreign Office said. During the meeting, the SAPM conveyed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's warm greetings and reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation with Russia in key areas, including energy, trade, and regional connectivity. Fatemi also briefed the Russian foreign minister on recent developments in South Asia, expressing Pakistan's concerns over regional instability. High-level delegations to visit world capitals from Jun 2 to project Pakistan's stance on Indian aggression He specifically highlighted India's threat to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty, calling it a move with serious implications for regional peace and water security. Foreign Minister Lavrov expressed satisfaction over the steady growth in Pakistan-Russia ties and welcomed ongoing joint initiatives, including the development of new steel mills and connectivity infrastructure. He reaffirmed Russia's commitment to strengthening cooperation with Pakistan under the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), especially in counter-terrorism efforts. Commenting on Pakistan-India relations, Lavrov underscored Russia's consistent support for the normalisation of ties between the two South Asian neighbours, noting that improved relations would contribute to regional stability. The meeting concluded with SAPM Fatemi delivering a letter from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Express Tribune
07-05-2025
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- Express Tribune
President seeks deeper cooperation with Russia
President Asif Ali Zardari on Tuesday reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to further expand bilateral cooperation with the Russian Federation in the areas of trade, investment, technology, and people-to-people exchanges. Speaking at a ceremony marking the 80th Anniversary of Victory of the Russian Federation in the Great Patriotic War, the president highlighted the growing momentum in Pakistan-Russia relations and expressed confidence that recent high-level interactions between the two countries have laid a solid foundation for deeper engagement and greater understanding. "I am confident that the bonds of friendship between Pakistan and Russia will continue to grow stronger," the president said, adding that both nations have "immense potential to expand cooperation in trade, investment, technology, and people-to-people contacts." He described Russia as a "key global power" and highlighted its role in promoting regional peace and stability, especially its role in de-escalating tensions between Pakistan and India. The president extended warm congratulations to President Vladimir Putin, the Russian government, and the people of Russia on the occasion.
Business Recorder
07-05-2025
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Trade, investment and technology: Zardari reaffirms commitment to expand ties with Russia
ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to further expand bilateral cooperation with the Russian Federation in the areas of trade, investment, technology, and people-to-people exchanges. Speaking at a ceremony marking the 80th Anniversary of Victory of the Russian Federation in the Great Patriotic War, President Asif Ali Zardari highlighted the growing momentum in Pakistan-Russia relations and expressed confidence that recent high-level interactions between the two countries have laid a solid foundation for deeper engagement and greater understanding. 'I am confident that the bonds of friendship between Pakistan and Russia will continue to grow stronger,' the president said, adding that both nations have 'immense potential to expand cooperation in trade, investment, technology, and people-to-people contacts.' The president extended warm congratulations to President Vladimir Putin, the Russian government, and the people of Russia on the occasion, saying that the victory showed the strength and resilience of the Russian people, as well as their strong commitment to peace and prosperity. He noted that people from the Indus Valley—modern-day Pakistan—had also played a critical role in defeating Nazism as part of the British Army. Recalling his 2011 visit to Russia, President Zardari acknowledged President Putin's efforts to promote Pakistan-Russia friendship. He described Russia as a 'key global power' and highlighted its role in promoting regional peace and stability, especially its role in de-escalating tensions between Pakistan and India. The president also reaffirmed the commitment to building bridges of understanding and cooperation between Pakistan and Russia, besides urging the need to work together for a better future for the region and the world. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
