High-Level Talks Held in Ankara
Pakistan and Türkiye have agreed to explore new avenues of cooperation in energy, investment and strategic partnerships.
The development came during a high-level meeting in Ankara between Pakistan’s Minister for Privatisation Muhammad Ali and Turkish Minister for Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar.
According to Pakistan’s Ministry of Privatization, the meeting was held at the Turkish Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources.
Both sides reviewed opportunities to expand collaboration in key sectors and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties.
Energy Sector Emerges as Key Focus
The talks focused mainly on energy cooperation and investment opportunities.
Pakistan is seeking to attract foreign investment in strategic sectors as part of its wider economic reform agenda.
Türkiye is being seen as an important partner due to its growing role in regional energy, infrastructure and investment networks.
Officials from both countries discussed ways to deepen cooperation and build practical partnerships that could benefit both economies.
The meeting also reflected the long-standing relationship between Islamabad and Ankara, which has remained strong across defence, trade, diplomacy and development sectors.
Islamabad Pushes Broader Regional Engagement
The latest engagement comes as Pakistan increases diplomatic and economic outreach across the region.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar recently visited Cairo to attend the R4 Ministerial Meeting.
The meeting included foreign ministers from Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye.
Participants exchanged views on major regional and international developments.
Pakistan’s renewed outreach shows its effort to strengthen strategic partnerships on multiple fronts.
Türkiye remains a key partner for Pakistan in foreign policy, energy cooperation and regional diplomacy.
Officials said both countries are expected to continue discussions on future cooperation in investment, energy and strategic development.
