Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with Mr. Vladimir Kolokoltsev, the Interior Minister of the Russian Federation, to discuss the strengthening of Pakistan-Russia relations amid an official visit to Pakistan by the Russian official. Both leaders emphasized the importance of expanding cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, and energy.

According to Press Information Department, the Prime Minister expressed satisfaction with the current trajectory of Pakistan-Russia relations and highlighted the necessity for utilizing existing bilateral mechanisms to promote mutually beneficial cooperation. He emphasized the significance of enhancing ties in various sectors, including economic development.

The Russian Interior Minister conveyed Russia’s interest in bolstering bilateral ties and expanding collaboration in shared areas of interest. He acknowledged Pakistan’s support at international platforms like the United Nations and highlighted the potential for increased trade and economic cooperation between the two countries. He expressed Russia’s willingness to work closely with Pakistan to further bilateral engagement.

Additionally, the Prime Minister witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on Strengthening Cooperation in Combating Organized Crime, marking a step forward in law enforcement collaboration.