Pakistan and Russia have pledged to further deepen their mutual relations, with a emphasis on enhancing cooperation in key areas such as trade, defense, and energy.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Tuesday called on Russian counterpart Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM).
During the huddle, the two leaders agreed to continue working towards deepening and expanding Pakistan-Russia relations, with a focus on growing bilateral understanding and cooperation.
They also discussed recent regional and global developments, with Ishaq Dar congratulating Lavrov on the successful and peaceful election process in Russia.
Expressing satisfaction over the positive direction of Pakistan-Russia relations, the foreign minister welcomed the increasing cooperation between the two nations.
The two sides agreed to hold the 9th session of the Intergovernmental Commission (IGC) in Moscow later this year, aimed at further boosting bilateral ties.
The meeting reaffirmed the commitment of both countries to strengthen their partnership, with a focus on economic, trade, and strategic cooperation.
