Prime Minister Imran Khan has stressed for deepening business and economic relations between Pakistan and Uzbekistan.
Addressing Pakistan-Uzbekistan Business Forum in Tashkent on Thursday, he was confident that this bilateral relationship will further grow.
He expressed satisfaction over the contracts signed by Pakistani business houses with their Uzbek counterparts. He hoped his visit will further deepen these business connections.
Alluding to the historic, cultural and spiritual connections between the two countries, the Prime Minister stressed that Trans-Afghan railway project is of paramount importance for Pakistan and Uzbekistan to improve their trade relationship. He noted this connectivity project will connect Uzbekistan with Pakistan’s seaports and open new markets for it.
He said Pakistan is keen to see peace and political settlement in Afghanistan to reap the benefits of connectivity. He also called for more frequent flights between Pakistan and Uzbekistan.
