President Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan has been a frequent visitor to Pakistan, emphasizing security cooperation. Tajikistan and Pakistan share concerns regarding spillover from Afghanistan, and their 2024-2025 dialogue focused on counter-terrorism and the safe completion of energy corridors like CASA-1000.
1802
Which Central Asian country signed a 'Strategic Partnership' agreement with Pakistan during a high-level visit in 2021/2022, focusing on 'Geo-economics'?
Uzbekistan and Pakistan elevated their bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership, focusing on the 'Transit Trade Agreement' (UPPTA). This agreement allows for the simplified movement of goods and has led to a significant increase in bilateral trade volume, which surpassed $300 million in 2023-2024 as both nations prioritize economic connectivity over geopolitical rivalry.
1803
Which Pakistani port is marketed as the 'natural gateway' for Central Asian trade under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)?
Gwadar Port, due to its deep-sea capacity and geographical proximity to the mouth of the Persian Gulf, is the strategic exit point for landlocked Central Asian Republics. Under CPEC Phase II (2024-2025), Pakistan has offered dedicated terminals and 'special economic zones' to Central Asian states to facilitate their transit trade and mineral exports.
1804
What is the total length of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project?
The TAPI pipeline stretches approximately 1,814 kilometers from the Galkynysh gas field in Turkmenistan to Fazilka in India. Pakistan expects to receive roughly 1.3 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day through this link. In late 2024, Turkmenistan and Pakistan reaffirmed their commitment to begin the construction of the Pakistani section to meet growing industrial energy demands.
1805
The 'Trans-Afghan Railway' project, discussed heavily in 2024-2025, aims to connect Pakistan primarily with which Central Asian country?
The Trans-Afghan Railway project (Termez–Mazar-e-Sharif–Kabul–Peshawar) is a flagship initiative intended to link Uzbekistan's rail network with Pakistan's seaports. In 2024 and early 2025, technical feasibility studies and funding mechanisms were fast-tracked under the geo-economic vision to provide Uzbekistan with the shortest route to the Arabian Sea via Gwadar and Karachi.
1806
The 'Joint Border Management Committee' (JBMC) was revitalized in 2024 to manage the 909 km border between Pakistan and:
The JBMC focuses on border security, trade facilitation, and counter-terrorism between Pakistan and Iran. Following the missile exchanges of January 2024, the committee was strengthened to prevent future misunderstandings.
1807
Which high-ranking Malaysian leader visited Pakistan in October 2024 to discuss increased trade in rice and Halal meat?
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim visited Pakistan in October 2024. The visit focused on enhancing bilateral trade and economic cooperation, with both countries agreeing to explore the vast potential of the global Halal economy together.
1808
Which Muslim majority country is the largest exporter of palm oil to Pakistan as of 2024-2025?
Indonesia is the primary supplier of palm oil to Pakistan. The bilateral trade relationship is robust, and both countries are working toward a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to further boost commercial ties.
1809
In late 2024, Pakistan and which country agreed to revitalize the 'Iran-Pakistan (IP) Gas Pipeline' project despite international sanction threats?
Following the April 2024 visit of the Iranian President, both nations expressed a renewed commitment to the IP pipeline. Pakistan's SIFC has discussed the construction of the initial section on the Pakistani side to avoid heavy international penalties from Iran.
1810
In 2024, Pakistan hosted an extraordinary session of the OIC to address the ongoing humanitarian and economic crisis in which neighboring country?
Pakistan has consistently used the OIC platform to mobilize international aid for Afghanistan. Following the 2021 transition, Islamabad hosted several meetings to prevent an economic collapse in Kabul and ensure humanitarian access for the Afghan people.