- Leaders agree to expand trade, regional connectivity.
- Both sides agree to strengthen ties in tourism, IT, education.
- Ties rooted in common faith, history, regional aspirations: FO.
President Asif Ali Zardari and Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov on Tuesday reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen bilateral ties, expand economic cooperation and improve regional connectivity.
Speaking at the delegation level in talks with the Kyrgyz President, President Zardari said that Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan share deep-rooted fraternal ties based on common faith, shared history and cultural links.
President Zardari, who is on a four-day official visit to Kyrgyzstan, stressed the need to further deepen cooperation by increasing trade, improving connectivity through more direct flights and exploring new avenues of cooperation.
This is the first visit by a Pakistani president to the Kyrgyz Republic in 21 years, marking a historic milestone in the bilateral relationship.
The visit follows President Zhaparov’s successful trip to Pakistan in December 2025 and reflects the continued upward trajectory of high-level engagement between the two countries.
The President said both countries should work together to achieve common progress, noting that neighbors must strengthen cooperation for mutual prosperity.
He also congratulated Kyrgyzstan on its election as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for the period 2027-2028, describing it as a reflection of the international community’s confidence in the country’s constructive role in promoting peace, security and multilateral cooperation.
President Zardari said Pakistan looks forward to working closely with Kyrgyzstan on regional and international issues. He emphasized the historical links between the two countries through the old Silk Road and expressed confidence that the long-standing relationship could be further strengthened.
He said that Pakistan is keen to expand trade by supplying quality products to Kyrgyzstan at competitive prices and called for increased cooperation in industry, research, innovation and modern technology.
He emphasized the importance of investing in the younger generation and creating a peaceful and prosperous future through joint efforts.
President Sadyr Japarov said on the occasion that Kyrgyzstan attaches great importance to its brotherly relations with Pakistan and is committed to taking the bilateral ties to new heights.
He confirmed his country’s determination to implement the CASA-1000 project and strengthen cooperation in the energy sector.
President Japarov also said the two countries would expand cooperation in agriculture, textiles, mines and minerals, the halal industry, healthcare, information technology, science, education and tourism.
Pakistan and the Kyrgyz Republic enjoy warm and brotherly relations, rooted in common history, faith, culture and shared aspirations for peace, connectivity and prosperity in Central and South Asia, the Foreign Ministry said on Monday.
