Islamabad: Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan on Tuesday reaffirmed their resolve to boost bilateral trade volume to USD 100 million during the 5th two-day session of the Pakistan-Kyrgyzstan Inter-Governmental Commission here in Islamabad.
According to Kuwait News Agency, Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif lauded progress in Pakistan-Kyrgyzstan cooperation. During discussions with the high-level delegation from the Kyrgyz Republic, led by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Edil Baisalov, Sharif reiterated Pakistan's commitment to implementing decisions made during the Intergovernmental Commission, emphasizing the need for timely follow-up to ensure agreements translate into tangible outcomes.
The session highlighted a mutual agreement to diversify exports and imports, revive the Pakistan-Kyrgyz Joint Business Council, and organize business forums, trade fairs, and B2B exchanges. In the energy sector, the Kyrgyz side proposed joint participation in a power transmission line project connecting Kyrgyzstan, China, and northern Pakistan. Both countries agreed to explore electricity imports and collaborate in renewable energy, mining, hydrocarbons, and technical partnerships between institutions like the Hydrocarbon Development Institute of Pakistan and the Kyrgyz State Technical University.
Discussions also focused on enhancing regional connectivity through logistics and transportation. Both parties agreed to deepen cooperation in postal services, cargo and rail transport, and civil aviation. Pakistan proposed that Kyrgyz airlines transition from charter to regular passenger flights for improved service. Additionally, Pakistan expressed interest in Kyrgyzstan's proposed new air route linking with China and further dialogue on regional air connectivity. The Kyrgyz side also suggested Pakistani participation in a high-speed fiber-optic communication line project along the Pakistan-Kyrgyzstan route.