ISLAMABAD: Tajikistan Ambassador Sherali Jononov called on National Security Adviser (NSA) Nasser Khan Janjua on Wednesday.
The ambassador said that over the years both Pakistan and Tajikistan had successfully developed excellent cooperative relations. “Tajikistan Government is keen to strengthen these ties further by extending cooperation in multiple areas including defence, security, energy, trade and regional connectivity,” he added.
The envoy also acknowledged and appreciated Pakistan’s commitment and efforts against terrorism and stressed the need for well-planned and coordinated political efforts by all regional countries to tackle the challenges. He also highlighted the fact that the two countries had shared views on major regional and international issues concerning peace and security.
He also expressed gratitude to Pakistan for providing counter-terrorism training to Tajikistan’s defence, security and police officials to enhance their professional capacity.
The NSA said that Pakistan attached great importance to cordial and multifaceted ties with Tajikistan. “Both countries have immense potential to expand the spectrum of bilateral relations as Pakistan can offer an excellent opportunity to Tajikistan for greater connectivity,” he added.
The ambassador expressed hope that the forthcoming visit of NSA to Tajikistan would be productive.
