Senate Chairman Yousuf Raza Gilani has said that Pakistan and Russia share common goals for global peace, security and multipolarity in global affairs.
He made these remarks during a meeting with Federation Council of Russia Chairwoman Valentina Matviyenko held on the sidelines of the 150th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Tashkent.
Gilani said that Pakistan's and Russia's evolving relationship is rooted in mutual respect and increasingly broad-based cooperation across defence, trade, energy, and multilateral platforms such as the SCO.
The two sides agreed to enhance institutional linkages between their respective parliaments, including exchange visits, the revival of Parliamentary Friendship Groups, and consistent dialogue to address shared challenges. Gilani acknowledged the significance of ongoing defence collaboration and suggested greater focus on security dialogue, military training exchanges, and counterterrorism coordination.
With bilateral trade showing positive momentum, both sides discussed diversifying economic ties in areas such as energy, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and IT.
The Senate chairman advocated for establishing banking channels and improved connectivity under regional frameworks.
Pakistan expressed strong support for Russia's role in promoting regional stability and multipolar global governance.
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