- Russia and Pakistan aim to strengthen their energy cooperation, with the Russian Minister.
- A meeting between Russian Minister Nikolay Shulginov and outgoing Pakistani Ambassador Shafqat Ali Khan.
- Both nations recognize the positive trajectory of their bilateral energy relations.
In a recent development, Russia has expressed its keen interest in expanding its energy dialogue with Pakistan. The Russian Minister for Energy, Nikolay Shulginov, held a significant meeting with Pakistan’s outgoing envoy, Shafqat Ali Khan, in Moscow. During this meeting, Minister Shulginov emphasized the need to expedite the establishment of a working group to prepare and implement a comprehensive plan for the development of Pakistan’s gas industry.
The meeting also served as an opportunity for Minister Shulginov to bid farewell to Ambassador Shafqat Ali Khan, who was concluding his tenure in Russia. In their diplomatic exchange, the head of the Russian Ministry of Energy extended his appreciation to Shafqat Ali Khan for their productive collaboration in the field of energy.
He also commended their joint efforts within the framework of the Pakistan-Russian intergovernmental commission, which he co-chaired alongside Ambassador Khan.
Minister Shulginov acknowledged the substantial progress made during their cooperation, attributing it in part to Ambassador Khan’s deep understanding of the intricacies of Pakistani-Russian collaboration. He expressed eagerness for further constructive energy discussions between Pakistan and Russia.
Ambassador Shafqat Ali Khan reciprocated the sentiment by highlighting the longstanding positive development of bilateral relations between the two nations, especially in the realm of energy. He expressed optimism about the prospects of enhancing energy cooperation. The discussions between the two sides encompassed crucial aspects of their ongoing energy collaboration.
Minister Shulginov stressed the urgency of establishing a working group dedicated to preparing and executing a comprehensive plan for the advancement of Pakistan’s gas industry. Additionally, he emphasized Russia’s interest in convening multilateral negotiations involving Pakistani participation to address issues related to the international transport corridor.
This latest communication underscores the commitment of Russia and Pakistan to bolster their energy ties and signifies the potential for further collaboration in the vital energy sector.