Karachi (February 25, 2025) –The visit of the Prime Minister to Baku, Azerbaijan, is expected to usher in a new era of cooperation between the two brotherly countries, which are both active members of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO). This was stated by UBG President Zubair Tufail and other leaders, Khalid Tawab, Hanif Gohar, and Syed Mazhar Ali Nasir. According to a press release issued by the Gulzar Firoz, Central Spokesperson of the United Business Group (UBG), this statement was made by UBG President Zubair Tufail and central leaders Khalid Tawab, Hanif Goher, and Syed Mazhar Ali Nasir.
The high-level talks between the two countries are expected to boost the confidence of the business community, leading to strengthened bilateral relations, expanded trade and investment, and enhanced cooperation in key sectors such as energy, climate change, and cultural exchanges.
The Pakistan-Azerbaijan Business Forum, followed by B2B meetings, is expected to provide a platform for businesses from both countries to explore joint venture opportunities and strengthen trade ties, they added. The current volume of bilateral trade stands at $7 million, with Pakistan’s exports valued at $5.7 million and imports at $1.3 million.
To further strengthen bilateral ties, the UBG leaders proposed organizing solo exhibitions in each other’s countries to promote trade and cultural exchanges. They also emphasized the need to expand direct flights between the two countries to boost tourism and trade, and to intensify interaction between trade bodies and activate trade sections to facilitate the business community.
The visit is expected to build on the existing strong bond of brotherhood between the two countries, underpinned by shared values and common inspiration.
