Pakistan and Russia agree to enhance bilateral relationship

Pakistan and Russia agree to enhance bilateral relationship

The Ambassador of Russia to Pakistan, Danila V. Ganich has called on the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa at General Headquarters Rawalpindi on Friday.

According to Inter Service Public Relations (ISPR), the Russian ambassador and Army Chief have reiterated the commitment to enhance Pak-Russia bilateral relationship. They have discussed the matters of mutual interest, regional security situation, enhanced bilateral and defence cooperation and Afghan peace process during the meeting.

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On the occasion, General Qamar Javed Bajwa has said that peace in Afghanistan is a common goal. Both reiterated mutual efforts towards achieving the goal. He also said that Pakistan values its relations with Russia and hoped for furthering military to military relations between the two countries.

The Army Chief also appreciated the recent visit of Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to Pakistan and hoped for further diplomatic engagements at a higher level.

In his remarks, Ambassador Danila V. Ganich has appreciated Pakistan’s sincere efforts for bringing peace and stability to the region, especially the Afghan peace process.