ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with Turkiye’s Minister of Defense, Yasar Guler, during his visit to Istanbul on Wednesday. The meeting, held amid the International Expo, highlighted both nations’ commitment to strengthening their cooperative relationship across various sectors.
Minister Guler expressed gratitude to Minister Naqvi for attending the International Expo, underscoring the importance of such events in fostering international partnerships. In response, Minister Naqvi formally invited Minister Guler to participate in the Ideas Expo in Pakistan, aimed at showcasing innovation and development in the region.
The discussions covered a range of mutual interests, with both ministers stressing the need to enhance trade and cooperation between Pakistan and Turkiye. They acknowledged the positive momentum in bilateral relations and expressed a shared commitment to exploring further avenues for collaboration, especially in sectors beneficial to both countries.
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A key topic of discussion was the potential for increasing meat exports from Pakistan to Turkiye. The Turkish side assured Minister Naqvi of their full support in facilitating these exports, reflecting Turkiye’s interest in strengthening trade relations with Pakistan. Minister Naqvi welcomed this support, noting the significance of agricultural and food products in their broader economic partnership.
Moreover, Minister Naqvi emphasized the importance of regular mutual visits to foster sustainable cooperation between the two nations. He stated, “Establishing a strong foundation for bilateral cooperation requires ongoing dialogue and interaction at multiple levels.”
Naqvi also commended the Turkish government for its exemplary organization of the International Expo, which provides a platform for countries to showcase their achievements and innovations.
The meeting included senior officials from the Turkish government and Pakistan’s Ambassador to Turkiye, Dr. Yusuf Jind, further underscoring the high-level nature of this diplomatic dialogue. As both nations seek to enhance their ties, the interior minister’s visit marks a crucial step toward fostering stronger economic and strategic partnerships in the future.
