Pakistan, Uzbekistan to Further Cement Security and Defense Ties

Tashkent: Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Shamshad Mirza called on Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, Minister of Defense Major General Shukhrat Kholmukhamedov, and Secretary National Security Council Lieutenant General Victor Makhmudov in Uzbekistan today. During the meetings, the discussions covered evolving international and regional geo-political and security environment, with emphasis on matters of mutual interest.

According to Radio Pakistan, both sides expressed optimism to expand cooperation to further strengthen bilateral relations in defense and security domains, road and rail connectivity and other aspects of cooperation. General Sahir Shamshad Mirza, while on an official visit to Uzbekistan, highlighted Pakistan’s deep-rooted and brotherly ties with Uzbekistan, underscoring shared commitment for further collaborations to promote regional peace, stability, and prosperity.

The leadership of Uzbekistan lauded the professionalism of Pakistan Armed Forces and appreciated their sacrifices in the fight against terrorism.