Pakistan’s ambassador hails Azerbaijan as close and reliable friend PHOTO

Pakistan’s Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Qasim Moinuddin, has described Azerbaijan as a sincere, close, and reliable friend of Pakistan, highlighting the strong bonds between the two countries.

In remarks broadcast by Pakistani media, he noted that vast opportunities exist for cooperation in trade, tourism, energy, construction, and technology, which should be fully harnessed.

The ambassador made these remarks while hosting a dinner at his residence in honour of a delegation from the Azerbaijan-Pakistan Joint Chamber of Commerce and Industry. The delegation included Chamber President Waqar Bakhtawari, Chairman Zafar Bakhtawari, President of the Islamabad Chamber of Small Traders and Small Industries Muhammad Owais Satti, President of the Talagang Chamber of Commerce Malik Shabbir Awan, former President of the Gilgit-Baltistan Chamber of Commerce Nasir Hussain Raki, and ICCI Executive Members Malik Mohsin Khalid, Rohail Anwar Butt, Malik Abdul Aziz, Umer Khayyam, Shamaila Siddiqui, Abid Bakhtawari, Haris Bakhtawari, Asad Aziz, Yousuf Rajput, Fatima Hassan, along with other prominent business figures.

During the gathering, detailed discussions focused on strengthening trade relations between Azerbaijan and Pakistan, exploring investment opportunities, and enhancing bilateral cooperation across various economic sectors.

Ambassador Qasim Moinuddin warmly welcomed the delegation and emphasised the importance of expanding collaboration in the pharmaceutical and IT sectors. He underlined that Pakistani entrepreneurs are always welcome in Azerbaijan and expressed optimism that bilateral economic ties would reach new heights.

Speaking at the event, Chamber President Waqar Bakhtawari noted that the delegation was in Baku to participate in the Halal Business Forum and also to explore investment and business opportunities in Azerbaijan.

Chairman Zafar Bakhtawari added that such visits and exchanges not only promote trade but also strengthen people-to-people connections, cultural ties, and mutual trust. He proposed that the chambers of commerce of both countries take practical steps to establish a permanent framework for ongoing cooperation.

By Tamilla Hasanova