Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin conveyed his congratulations to Pakistan’s President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Pakistan’s Independence Day, underscoring the strong bilateral ties and shared goals between the two nations.
According to Embassy of the Russian Federation, President Putin’s message emphasized the productive cooperation across various sectors and the effective coordination on regional issues, particularly in counterterrorism and efforts concerning Afghanistan. He expressed confidence in the continued fruitful development of Russia-Pakistan relations, benefiting both countries and contributing to international security and stability.