ISLAMABAD: President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Nurgozhoevich Zhaparov arrived in Islamabad today to begin his first two-day state visit to Pakistan from December 3. He arrived in Islamabad at the invitation of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif.
The Foreign Office confirmed the development in an official statement and noted that the Kyrgyz leader will arrive with a high-level delegation that includes senior ministers, top officials, and prominent business representatives.
During the visit, President Zhaparov will meet President Asif Ali Zardari to discuss key areas of bilateral cooperation. He will then hold a one-on-one meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, followed by delegation-level talks. These engagements aim to strengthen ties and outline new priorities for future collaboration.
Furthermore, the Kyrgyz president will address the Pakistan-Kyrgyzstan Business Forum. Officials expect the event to promote direct interaction between investors and business leaders from both countries. The forum will also highlight opportunities in trade, transport, agriculture, mining, and energy.
Both sides plan to undertake a comprehensive review of bilateral relations. They will explore new avenues to expand cooperation in diverse sectors, including defence, education, technology, and people-to-people exchanges. Additionally, discussions will focus on enhancing regional connectivity, especially through trade corridors linking Central and South Asia.
Officials note that the last presidential visit from Kyrgyzstan occurred in January 2005. Therefore, this visit marks a significant milestone in bilateral engagement after nearly two decades.
President Zhaparov’s trip underscores the strong and friendly relations between Pakistan and the Kyrgyz Republic. These ties are rooted in shared history, cultural affinity, and common aspirations for regional peace and collective prosperity.
Moreover, the visit is expected to inject fresh momentum into cooperation at multilateral forums. Both countries aim to coordinate more closely on regional security, economic development, and transport connectivity. Officials believe the visit will open new avenues for long-term partnership.
