Pakistan and Kazakhstan have taken a major step toward deepening bilateral trade and transport cooperation. On Tuesday, Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan met with Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister Marat Nurtelo and his high-level delegation in Islamabad. Both sides agreed to strengthen rail and road links to boost trade between the two nations.
Aleem Khan stressed the need for efficient trade corridors connecting Pakistan with Central Asia and Europe. He highlighted that improved transport infrastructure would increase trade and benefit both countries. The minister also noted that sharing expertise in communication technologies could help accelerate regional development.
During the meeting, the Kazakh delegation engaged with several Pakistani ministers, including Rana Tanvir Hussain (Food Security) and Hanif Abbasi (Railways). Discussions focused on potential joint ventures in transport, communications, and infrastructure development. Both sides emphasized the importance of long-term strategic cooperation.
Deputy Prime Minister Marat Nurtelo reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s strong ties with Pakistan. He expressed goodwill for the Pakistani people and offered condolences over the recent flood devastation. The Kazakh team highlighted its commitment to expanding regional partnerships through mutual respect and collaboration.
The talks reflected growing momentum between the two Islamic nations to enhance economic integration. With both countries situated along major regional trade routes, the cooperation in transport and communication sectors is expected to unlock new economic opportunities across Central and South Asia.