Ansar M Bhatti

ISLAMABAD: President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan and Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan are expected to visit Pakistan in February 2026, with Pakistani sources confirming that preparations are already underway to receive both leaders.

The upcoming visits are being viewed as a significant diplomatic development, as Pakistan enjoys cordial relations with both Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan and has long sought to deepen its engagement with Central Asia.

 Officials in Islamabad believe the visits will provide an opportunity to strengthen cooperation in areas such as trade, energy, connectivity, and cultural exchange, while also reinforcing Pakistan’s role as a bridge between South Asia and Central Asia.

The visit of the two Central Asian presidents is expected to highlight the importance of trilateral cooperation and regional stability, with discussions likely to focus on expanding economic corridors, enhancing transport links, and promoting peace and prosperity across the region.

Pakistani authorities are optimistic that the visits will cement long-term ties and open new avenues of collaboration, underscoring the strategic importance of Pakistan’s partnership with Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan at a time when regional connectivity and economic integration are becoming increasingly vital.