RAWALPINDI, NOV 20 (DNA) – The Ambassador of Tajikistan Sherali S. Jononov has said that Pakistan and Tajikistan have historical, cultural and religious background and the roots of their relation are very deep. Both countries are enjoying cordial relationship.

Tajikistan understands and well aware of the energy need of Pakistan and said that power will be provided to Pakistan under Central Asia South Asia (CASA 1000) energy project.

Based on the schedule, CASA-1000 power project should be fully operational by 2020, he added.

Tajik envoy informed that Rogun Dam has begun its operations and we are ready to provide cheap and clean electricity to Pakistan to meet its energy needs in future.

He appreciated RCCI’s role in promoting trade activities through exhibitions and exchange of delegations and urged others Chambers to follow the footsteps of RCCI.

Pakistan is now emerging on the globe and under China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) its importance has been increased. Central Asian countries including Tajikistan now have a shortest access to sea via Gawadar Port.

Pakistan trade and business community should come forward and take benefit of the emerging opportunities, he urged.

“We understand, banking and transportation issues,” he added. Tariff rates will be rationalized for better cooperation and bilateral trade activities.

Earlier President RCCI Malik Shahid Saleem, in his welcome address said that Pakistan economy is taking a leap and expressed hope that CASA1000 MW energy project will help Pakistan to meet its energy requirement.

He demanded for exchange of trade delegations of both chambers. He said tourism between the two countries can play a vital role here and urged for direct flights between Dushanbe and Islamabad.

RCCI President apprised him about the current and upcoming activities of the chamber.=DNA

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