Kazakh president arrives in Pakistan on February 3 for a two-day official visit

2026-02-02 - 05:16

President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will undertake a two-day official visit to Pakistan on February 3–4, according to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. During the visit, at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, the Kazakh president will be accompanied by a high-level delegation, comprising senior cabinet ministers and other high-ranking officials. “During the visit, President Tokayev is expected to meet with the President of Pakistan, hold talks with the Prime Minister, and address the Pakistan-Kazakhstan Business Forum.” Having a unique geographical location, Kazakhstan offers an excellent opportunity for Pakistan to connect to Russian, Central Asian, and East European markets. Kazakhstan, by landmass and resources, is the largest economy of Central Asia. The foreign minister said President Tokayev’s visit will provide Islamabad and Astana “an important and timely opportunity to undertake a comprehensive review” of bilateral relations. The statement added that the two sides will also discuss new avenues for broadening cooperation, particularly in trade, logistics, regional connectivity, people-to-people contacts, and explore collaboration at regional and international forums. “The forthcoming visit reflects the strengthening bonds between Pakistan and Kazakhstan, their mutual commitment to transforming historic and cultural affinities into robust cooperation, and their common desire for peace and progress in the region,” added the statement.