Pakistan and Kyrguistan reaffirmed an agreement to improve their bilateral commercial volume of up to $ 100 million in a session of their intergovernmental commission on Monday.
Pakistan and the Kyrgyzan Republic share long -standing relationships, founded on deep cultural, historical and spiritual affinities. However, the bilateral commercial volume has decreased significantly, from $ 11.2 million in 2022-23 to $ 5.18 million in 2024-25.
Going to the fifth session of the Intergumentary Commission of Pakistan-Kirgyzstan on economic and scientific-technical cooperation, Power Minister Sardar Awais Leghari
He added that the commercial and economic relations of Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan would continue to serve as the basis of their bilateral association.
The Vice President of the Cabinet of the Kirguistan Ministers, Edil Baisalov, was present at the session, along with delegates of the Kyrgyz and Pakistan Republic.
Leghari expanded the appreciation of Kyrguistan delegates for their continuous commitment and commitment to a “prosperous and interconnected future for the two nations”, pointing out the progress made in several sectors since the formalization of their economic relationship in 1994.
“This session marks another important milestone on our collective trip to strengthen and institutionalize our bilateral association,” he said.
“Within the framework of this commission, our cooperation has constantly expanded in a broad spectrum, ranging from commerce and investment to tourism, agriculture, energy, science and technology and education.
“He is encouraging to witness the growing impulse, despite the challenges that continue to affect global and regional economic landscapes,” added the minister.
He highlighted the need for consistent efforts and collaboration between the two countries in multiple sectors to achieve their objectives.
“The Renaissance of the Commercial Council of Pakistan-Kirguyz, the sustained business to business interactions (B2B) and the early completion of a key comprehension memorandum (MOU) about the exchange of electronic data between the customs authorities, are the essential steps forward,” he said.
Leghari took a positive note of the inaugural meeting of the Joint Working Group on Commerce and Investment, saying that the two parties were now looking forward to accelerate progress in the Pakistan-Kyrgugz Traffic Agreement, a key initiative aimed at “improving regional connectivity and facilitating transverse trade without problems.”
He added that the signing of a memorandum of understanding and cooperation in the halal trade were a step to achieve shared objectives.
Leghari declared that the investment remained a key area of priority and potential for both countries, calling attention to the signature of the MOU between the National Investment Agency of Kyrgyzstan and the Pakistan Investment Board.
He said the agreement provided a “solid base for the directed commitment” in high potential sectors, such as textiles, pharmaceutical products, minerals, tourism and information technology.
He appreciated Kyrguistan’s access offer to the At-Bashi Logistics Center for the National Logistics Corporation (NLC) of Pakistan, saying that it was “as an commendable example of cooperation at the business level, and one that we also hope to replicate in other domains.”
To promote a broader participation of the private sector, it encouraged both parties to improve online visibility of investment opportunities by providing comprehensive and updated information on special economic zones, tax incentives and priority sectors.
Leghari said that tourism and cultural exchange served as “powerful ducts” to deepen people connectivity to people.
“Both Pakistan and Kyrguistan, endowed with impressive natural landscapes and rich cultural heritage, can significantly gain a closer collaboration in this domain,” he said.
“We hope to finish the memorandum of understanding about tourism, hospitality and investment, and expand the exchange of tourist operators and information related to tourism, including active participation in international exhibitions.”
He called the signing of a memorandum of understanding about cooperation in the field of agriculture as a “fundamental step” to promote the trade of Kirguesas legumes and the export of Pakistan basmati rice, among other food products of added value.
“The improved collaboration in veterinary and phytosanitary controls will further facilitate the trade of safe and efficient foods,” he added.
The minister said that both Pakistan and Kyrguistan shared a vision of green and sustainable development, adding that they were aligned in exploring Pakistan’s participation in the transmission line proposed of 500 kilovolts Torugart-Xuar-Gilgit-Baltistan, which would establish a Grid strategic electricity of Kirgyzstan-China-Pakistan.
He also welcomed Kyrguistan’s interest in investing in the mining sector of Pakistan, particularly in copper and gold exploration.
The minister emphasized that the strengthening of transport and communication infrastructure remained “critical for the realization of our economic potential.”
“We anticipate progress in the Postal Cooperation Agreement, the operationalization of the load under the 1995 International Motor Transportation Agreement and improvements in electronic commerce connectivity,” he said, adding that he was encouraged by discussions about the expansion of air and rail bonds, including flight frequency increases.
He caught attention to the financial sector, saying that it served as a vital engine for economic growth.
“We appreciate mutual interest in improving interbank and financial cooperation, particularly in Islamic banking and financial innovation,” he said.
He also praised the recent agreement between the State Bank of Pakistan and the National Bank of the Kyrgyzstan Republic for joint training programs, qualifying it as “a constructive step to deepen institutional collaboration.”
He added that the health sector also offered significant and strategic opportunities to advance bilateral cooperation, saying: “We continue optimistic about the early end of the MOU in a higher medical education.”
The minister chose Kirguhpharmacia for his commitment to Pakistani pharmaceutical companies, particularly in the exploration of the supply of Pakistani pharmaceutical products to the Kyirgy Republic and the possible joint companies in vaccine production in collaboration with the National Institute of Health.
In addition, he stressed the importance of regulatory alignment and the need to rationalize the registration process for Pakistani medications in Kyrgyzstan, saying that they would help guarantee timely access and promote greater commercial collaboration in the health sector.
“The cultural sector serves as a vital bridge, promoting mutual understanding and enriching the shared heritage between our nations. It is essential that we translate these affinities in formal institutional mechanisms.”
Leghari said that the end of the agreement on culture and the organization of joint cultural events “would significantly deepen” connections.
He also highlighted the participation of young people as a “dynamic platform to cultivate future leaders and strengthen friendship ties” between countries, saying that younger generations could be empowered to advance the association through conferences, seminars on issues of youth policies and “the exchange of experiences.”
“Education forms the cornerstone of our association, which serves as a catalyst for the exchange of knowledge and the development of capacities to advance sustainable development,” said the minister. “Our efforts remain focused on collaboration in STEM training, academic exchanges and joint research initiatives.”
Leghari reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to support Kyrgyzstan students through the Pakistan Technical Assistance Program (PTAP), encouraging the strengthening of institutional associations between the universities of the two countries.
The minister said in his final comments that the fifth session of the commission offered a renewed opportunity to “transform (the countries) the vision shared into lasting results.”
“Let’s reaffirm our commitment to foster a stronger, integrated and resilient association, anchored in mutual respect, regional cooperation and peace,” he said.
Together with bilateral relations, Pakistan and Kyrguistan are members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, a European Group and Political Group of 10 nations whose other members include China, Russia, India and Iran.
During the past week, Pakistan has made efforts to expand defense cooperation with other nations. The Naval Chief of Saudi Arabia met with the president of the Personnel Committee Joint Committee, Sahir Shamshad Mirza, in Rawalpindi last Thursday, while the head of the Army staff seafood, also Munir, met with the high -level Chinese political and military leadership in Beijing on Friday.
