Pakistan-Azerbaijan joint commission begins with key progress

January 23, 2025 (MLN): With a focus on strengthening cooperation in key sectors, the 8th Session of the Joint Commission (JC) between Pakistan and Azerbaijan commenced today.

The inaugural session was attended by officials from both sides.

The first day of the JC began with technical-level discussions covering a wide range of key sectors, including energy, transport, trade, and economic cooperation.

Other topics addressed included defense industry, ICT and digital governance, banking, agriculture, food security, tourism, sports, youth, culture, education, and science, health, hydrometeorology, climate change, public service delivery, and social innovations.

Both sides made significant progress in finalizing bilateral protocols and explored various areas of cooperation, according to the press release issued today.

Ms. Sabina Qureshi, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Economic Affairs emphasized the importance of the JC in fostering stronger ties between Pakistan and Azerbaijan.

It was added that finalization of the protocols will lead to tangible outcomes and pave the way for deeper cooperation. 

A plenary meeting, co-chaired by Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Pakistan’s Minister for Defence Production, and H.E. Vugar Valeh oglu Mustafayev, Minister for Defence Industry of Azerbaijan, is scheduled for January 24, 2025.

The meeting will focus on strengthening cooperation in defense, trade, and other strategic sectors.

Additionally, Azerbaijan’s Deputy Minister for Science and Education and Deputy Minister for Economy will deliver statements on topics related to education, innovation, and economic development.

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