Pakistan and Kazakhstan have signed 37 memorandums of understanding to expand cooperation across multiple sectors, marking a major diplomatic and economic milestone between the two countries. The agreements aim to strengthen bilateral relations while opening new avenues for trade, investment, and regional integration.
The signed MoUs cover petroleum, mining, and geosciences, along with maritime affairs, customs, and railway cooperation. In addition, agreements include agriculture, artificial intelligence, and digital development to support modern economic growth. Health, education, science, and technology cooperation also form a key part of the framework.
Further cooperation areas include news exchange, broadcasting, professional development, and information sharing. Climate change and environmental protection initiatives were also included to address shared regional challenges. Moreover, the agreements extend to economy, culture, humanitarian collaboration, crime prevention, and sports.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif described the signing of the MoUs as a historic moment for two brotherly nations. He said the agreements reflect a shared vision for peace, progress, and prosperity. He highlighted that current bilateral trade stands at 250 million dollars and stressed joint efforts to raise it to one billion dollars within a year.
The Prime Minister emphasized encouraging business communities from both countries to invest in joint ventures. He also announced agreement on a regional transport corridor linking Belarus, Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. This corridor aims to enhance regional connectivity and trade integration.
Pakistan has offered Kazakhstan full access to its transit infrastructure and seaport facilities. Karachi and Gwadar ports were highlighted as key gateways for regional trade. The Prime Minister also noted that cooperation in the energy sector would benefit both countries due to their vast natural resources.
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev termed Pakistan a reliable and important partner in South Asia and beyond. He described Pakistan as a brotherly country with a rich history and strong international standing. He said both nations share deep cultural ties rooted in the legacy of the Silk Road.
The Kazakh President said the joint declaration elevates bilateral relations to a new level. He acknowledged Pakistan’s economic potential, industrial capacity, and transport capabilities. He also noted that agriculture and medical products from Pakistan have a strong international presence.
Both sides agreed to enhance cooperation in the defense industry and strengthen collaboration between security and law enforcement agencies. Priority will be given to transport and logistics projects to boost trade volume. Discussions also included Karachi and Gwadar ports, direct air connectivity, and energy sector projects, including the TAPI gas pipeline.
Earlier, Pakistan and Kazakhstan signed a joint declaration establishing a formal strategic partnership. Both leaders committed to ensuring swift implementation of all 37 MoUs to deepen cooperation in trade, economy, and culture.
