SAPM for direct flights between Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan

Advisor to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Political and Public Affairs, National Heritage and Culture Division Engr Amir Muqam has underscored the need for opening direct flights between Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan.

Speaking at an event on Education, Culture and Tourism, the SAPM said both countries have great potential to cooperate in the fields of mutual interest, especially in tourism.

“I have visited Kyrgyzstan so many times that I believe it has become my second home. It is beautiful and I ask all of you to visit it once in your life. I expect the same from the Kyrgyz people”, he said.

Ambassador of Kyrgyz Republic to Pakistan Ulanbek Totuiaev and Federal Secretary for National Heritage and Culture Division Fareena Mazhar were also present on the occasion.

Engr Amir Muqam said Pakistan has everything to grab the attention of foreign tourists.

From majestic mountain ranges in the north to the beautiful Indian Ocean in the south, Pakistan is full of scenic beauty, he said, adding that I strongly believe that tourism is a great tool in promoting peace and fighting terrorism.

He recalled that in the past, Pakistan has helped her Kyrgyz brethren in combating COVID-19.

The adviser to PM said the Kyrgyz people reciprocated by extending their support during the recent climate-induced floods in Pakistan.

Talking about the economic ties, Engr Muqam said trade is of great importance for the growth of the two economies.

He highlighted that last year Pakistan’s exports to Kyrgyzstan stood at around $2.81 million, most of which consisted of pharmaceuticals products followed by sports goods.

He pointed out that more than 15,000 Pakistani students were enrolled in various universities in Kyrgyzstan with 11,000 studying in medical universities and colleges alone.

The SAPM lauded the Educational Adviser (Pvt) Ltd CEO Dr Muhammad Imran Nazir for his efforts to promote bilateral relations between Pakistan and Kyrgyzstan. He also appreciated the latter’s efforts to arrange chartered flights between the two countries.

Amir Muqam hailed the Kyrgyz envoy for his presence at the event and for playing his part in the development of Pakistan’s professional pool.

Published in The Express Tribune, November 3^rd, 2022.