Meeting with Uzbek Ambassador Aybek Arif Usmanov
ISLAMABAD: Minister for Defense Khawaja Muhammad Asif said on Thursday Pakistan attaches great importance to its relations with Uzbekistan, which are based on historical, cultural, and religious commonalities and desires to further strengthen ties in all fields of mutual interests, especially in defense.
He expressed these views during a call on paid by Ambassador of the Republic of Uzbekistan Aybek Arif Usmanov at his office in Islamabad.
The Minister mentioned that Pakistan was amongst the first three countries to open an embassy in Tashkent in June 1992, a press release said.
Instability in Afghanistan
Khawaja Asif said Pakistan condemned terrorism in all its forms and manifestations in the region and across the globe.
He emphasized Pakistan’s indispensable role in resolution of Afghan crisis and sustainable peace in the region.
Moreover, Khawaja Asif said Pakistan desired lasting peace and stability in Afghanistan. “Instability in Afghanistan has serious consequences for the entire region. We would like to strengthen multi-faceted cooperation with Uzbekistan.”
The visiting ambassador conveyed and reaffirmed the commitment of the people and the government of Uzbekistan to work closely with Pakistan to further strengthen their bilateral relations, especially in the field of defense.
