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Kanada Dışişleri Bakanı Anand'dan İslamabad'a Ticaret ve İşbirliği Vurgulu Ziyaret

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Kanada Dışişleri Bakanı Anita Anand, Pakistan'a gerçekleştirdiği bir günlük resmi ziyarette Başbakan Şahbaz Şerif ve Başbakan Yardımcısı-Dışişleri Bakanı İshak Dar ile bir araya geldi. Görüşmelerde Kanada'nın Pakistan ile ticaret ve ikili işbirliğini geliştirecek yeni alanlar keşfetme isteği öne çıktı. Ziyaret, iki ülke arasında diplomatik temasların sürdüğünü gösterirken, taraflar ekonomik ilişkileri derinleştirme fırsatlarını değerlendirdi. Pakistan, ekonomik zorlukların aşılması için ihracatı artırmak ve yabancı yatırım çekmek amacıyla ticaret ortaklıklarını çeşitlendirmeye çalışıyor. Kanada'nın bu girişimi, Güney Asya pazarına yönelik ilgisini yansıtırken, önümüzdeki dönemde iki ülke arasında somut işbirliği adımlarının atılması bekleniyor.

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Started 20 Jul, 13:00 4 events Updated 25 Jul
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latest: 25 Jul
  1. Diplomatic20 Jul, 13:00

    Canada eyes new avenues for trade, economic cooperation with Pakistan as FM Anand visits Islamabad

    Islamabad, Pakistan

    Canada’s Foreign Minister Anita Anand on Monday expressed her country’s interest in exploring new avenues for trade and bilateral cooperation with Pakistan as she met with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad. Anand is on a one-day official visit to Pakistan, during which she held separate meetings with PM Shehbaz as well as Deputy PM and FM Ishaq Dar. According to a statement released by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) following their meeting, Anand expressed the “keen desire of her government to explore new opportunities for trade and cooperation, especially in the field of agriculture, mining, energy as well as in the auto and auto parts industry”. The Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (FIPPA) would be “instrumental” in enhancing Canadian investors’ confidence to invest in Pakistan, the PMO quoted her as saying. The PMO statement, which described the meeting as “warm and cordial”, further quoted Anand as saying that her visit was on the instructions of PM Mark Carney to “expand Canada’s relations with Pakistan”. PM Shehbaz noted that the two countries “enjoyed friendly ties that needed to be further expanded, particularly in the areas of trade, investment, agriculture, including agri-foods and vaccine manufacturing, renewable energy, as well as the automobile and auto parts industry”. The premier conveyed his greetings and best wishes for PM Carney and said he looked forward to meeting him soon, the PMO stated. “He fondly recalled the telephone conversation with his Canadian counterpart in April, and thanked Canada for supporting Pakistan’s regional peace efforts,” it added. “Both sides agreed that the Pakistani Canadian community was acting as a vital bridge between the two nations,” the PMO statement read. They also agreed to exchange delegations in the fields of trade and minerals cooperation, to explore mutually beneficial opportunities, with a view to further enhance bilateral trade and investment prospects. After the meeting, PM Shehbaz witnessed the signing of a Protocol on Phyto-sanitary regulations governing the import of Canola from Canada to Pakistan. The protocol was signed by Dar and Anand. ‘Economic cooperation remains a key priority’ Dar hailed FM Anand’s visit as an “important milestone” in bilateral ties, stressing that economic cooperation remained a “key priority” in the two countries’ relationship. “Her visit is an important milestone in Pakistan-Canada relations and reflects our shared commitment to further strengthening our bilateral ties,” Dar said while addressing a joint press briefing with Anand. “Pakistan and Canada enjoy long-standing and multifaceted relations underpinned by historical linkages, people-to-people contacts and a vibrant Pakistani diaspora in Canada,” he highlighted. The deputy premier noted that economic cooperation remained a “key priority” in the bilateral relationship with Canada. He said the two sides discussed ways to further expand trade and investment ties, including greater facilitation of business-to-business (B2B) linkages and enhanced engagement in areas of mutual interest. Dar said Pakistan welcomed Canadian investment in “priority sectors, including education, energy, mining and critical minerals, agriculture infrastructure and information technology”. “Our discussions today provided an opportunity to review the entire spectrum of bilateral relations and exchanges on regional and global issues of mutual interest,” Dar elaborated. He added that both sides reaffirmed their commitment to sustained engagement and agreed to build upon the momentum generated by Anand’s visit “through enhanced institutional cooperation, regular bilateral consultations and greater interaction between relevant ministries and stakeholders”. Dar further said that he and Anand discussed the “important role of investment facilitation in providing a facilitative framework for investors and invited Canadian companies to explore emerging technologies in Pakistan”. Their discussions also covered cooperation in the areas of education, labour mobility, science and tech, climate change, and people-to-people exchanges. “We expressed our shared interests in further strengthening these areas of cooperation,” the DPM said. He further said that the National Agri-Trade and Food Safety Authority (Nafsa) — established last year to modernise Pakistan’s agricultural trade infrastructure — and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency would explore opportunities for technical cooperation and capacity building in the future. Dar said they also discussed the importance of advancing FIPPA, adding that both sides welcomed continued engagement towards an “early and mutually beneficial conclusion” of the agreement. In her remarks, Anand appreciated the “warm welcome” accorded to her in Islamabad and pointed out that it has been approximately 20 years since a Canadian foreign minister visited Pakistan. “Today is an important day for the continued increased bilateral relationship between our two countries,” she said. “Our two countries have shared 80 years of diplomatic relations and there is continued work to do, of course, to deepen our ties in the area of economic relationships, trade and investment,” the Canadian FM noted. Dar raises issues of IWT, ‘weaponisation of water’ Addressing the joint briefing, Dar said he and Anand also exchanged views on regional and international developments, including the situation in Afghanistan and counterterrorism cooperation. Dar said he raised the issue of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, noting it remained “one of the long-outstanding unresolved international disputes” and had been on the United Nations Security Council’s (UNSC) agenda since 1948. FM Dar highlighted that India has “added a new dynamic into an already volatile security situation” by announcing in April 2025 to hold the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) in abeyance. “We seek the support of our friendly countries, including Canada, towards India’s immediate restoration of the IWT, ending the weaponisation of water and upholding international law and treaty obligations as per international law and practices,” Dar said. Concluding his remarks, Dar said Pakistan “appreciates Canada’s constructive engagement and looks forward to further deepening our bilateral relationship based on mutual respect, shared interest and common desire to promote peace, stability and prosperity”. ‘Islamabad attaches great importance to ties with Ottawa’ Pakistan and Canada also held delegation-level talks, where the two sides reviewed “recent developments in Pakistan–Canada bilateral relations and exchanged views on regional and international developments”, the FO said. “They reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the mutually beneficial partnership, agreed to expand cooperation in priority sectors, and decided to hold annual meetings to review progress on the agreed joint statement,” FO stated. Addressing the talks, Dar said, “We need to meet more frequently in our capitals. We have the possibility and the capability of raising our bilateral relations, in terms of trade, defence and investment; there is a huge scope.” Noting that there was a huge Pakistani diaspora in Canada, he said, “Pakistan attaches great importance to the long-standing relationship we have enjoyed with your country.” He hoped that Monday’s discussions would translate “renewed momentum” into “concrete outcomes”. For her part, Anand said that she gave thanks for a warm welcome. “This is the first visit of a Canadian foreign minister to Pakistan in almost 20 years. This is the 80th year or so of diplomatic relations between our countries. We have more work to do together to ensure that across sectors … there is a strong bilateral relationship,” she said. FM Anand welcomed in Islamabad Dar had welcomed the visiting dignitary to the FO in the morning. Visuals shared by state-run PTV on the social media platform X showed Dar and Anand posing for pictures and shaking hands. In a statement issued on Sunday, the FO said the visit is Anand’s first trip to Pakistan since assuming office. The FO said the visiting dignitary and Dar will hold bilateral talks “covering the entire spectrum of Pakistan-Canada relations”. “The discussions will focus on strengthening cooperation in trade and investment, education, and people-to-people exchanges. The two ministers will also exchange views on regional and global developments of mutual interest,” the FO said. It added that Anand will also call on the leadership of Pakistan. According to Global Affairs Canada, Anand is also expected to meet with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The FO stated that both Pakistan and Canada “maintain cordial bilateral relations anchored in close people-to-people ties enriched by the vibrant Pakistani diaspora in Canada”. “This visit underscores the shared commitment of both countries to expand mutual cooperation,” it highlighted.

    Dawn – World
  2. Diplomatic21 Jul, 03:16

    Canada announces over $47m in assistance

    Islamabad, Pakistan

    • Ottawa eyes new trade, investment avenues with Pakistan as Foreign Minister Anita Anand visits • Dar invites Canadian firms to invest in priority sectors ISLAMABAD: Cana­da’s Foreign Minister An­ita Anand on Monday expressed her country’s interest in exploring new avenues for trade and bilateral cooperation with Pakistan during her one-day official visit to Islamabad. The two countries agre­ed to expand cooperation in trade, investment, security and development, reaffirming their commitment to institutionalise bilateral engagement. Canada also annou­nced assistance worth more than $47 million for security and development initiatives in Pakistan. Addressing a joint press stakeout with Ms Anand at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said Pakistan and Canada had agreed to maintain the momentum generated by the visit through enhan­ced institutional cooperation, regular bilateral consultations, and closer interaction between the relevant ministries and stakeholders. Mr Dar invited Cana­dian companies to invest in Pakistan’s priority sectors, including education, energy, mining and critical minerals, agriculture, infrastructure and information technology. The talks also covered cooperation in education, labour mobility, science and technology, climate change, consular affairs and people-to-people exch­­­­a­nges. The two sides also exchanged views on Afghanistan and counterterrorism cooperation. On regional issues, Mr Dar said he raised the Kashmir dispute, describing it as a longstanding unresolved issue on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) agenda. He also sought Canada’s support for the restoration of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), urging adherence to international law and treaty obligations. Speaking on the occasion, Ms Anand said her visit was particularly significant as it marked the first by a Canadian foreign minister to Pakistan in nearly 20 years, despite the two countries having maintained diplomatic relations for eight decades. Ms Anand acknowledged Islamabad’s efforts to promote dialogue aimed at easing regional tensions in the Middle East and said Ottawa remained concerned over the escalation of conflict in the region, attacks on civilian infrastructure and threats to maritime security. She urged all parties to exercise restraint and pursue diplomatic solutions. ‘Expediting FIPPA’ She said both governments had agreed to expedite the conclusion of the Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (FIPPA) to provide businesses in both countries with greater certainty and confidence to invest. Highlighting agricultural cooperation, Ms Anand said Pakistan had imported more than 470,000 tonnes of Canadian canola during the last crop year and expressed appreciation for Islamabad’s collaboration in facilitating market access for Canadian producers. She added that Canada also looked forward to increased exports of Pakistani products, including rice, textiles and sporting goods. She said Canadian companies were expanding cooperation with Pakistan in renewable energy and mining, citing the upcoming 240-megawatt Dhabeji hybrid wind and solar project being developed by JCM Power in partnership with K-Electric, as well as Barrick’s investment in the Reko Diq mining project. Announcing new initiatives, Ms Anand said Canada would provide more than $2.2m for three security cooperation projects focusing on border management, counterterrorism, financial crime investigations and law enforcement training through partnerships with Interpol, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. She also announced $45m in new development assistance to support climate resilience, girls’ education, reproductive health, family planning and flood recovery efforts in Pakistan through partnerships with the Aga Khan Foundation of Canada, the United Nations Development Programme and the United Nations Population Fund. ‘New opportunities’ During her meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Ms Anand expressed the “keen desire of her government to explore new opportunities for trade and cooperation, especially in the fields of agriculture, mining, energy, as well as the automobile and auto parts industry”, according to statement. The two sides agreed to exchange delegations in the fields of trade and minerals cooperation to explore mutually beneficial opportunities, with a view to further enhancing bilateral trade and investment prospects. Following the meeting, the prime minister witnessed the signing of a protocol on the phytosanitary import requirements for genetically modified canola intended for food, feed and processing (FFP) from Canada to Pakistan. The protocol was signed by Mr Dar and Ms Anand. Ms Anand also met Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, with both sides reaffirming their commitment to expanding bilateral relations across a wide range of sectors, with particular focus on trade, security cooperation, migration management and institutional collaboration. The Canadian minister also called on Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir at General Headquarters. During the meeting, Field Marshal Munir highlighted Pakistan’s perspective on global pea­ce and regional stability, underscoring the importance of cooperation and collaborative eff­orts to address common security challenges, acc­ording to a news release issued by Inter-Services Public Relations. The visiting dignitary appreciated Pakistan’s ongoing efforts and sacrifices in the fight against terrorism, as well as its constructive role in promoting peace and stability. Published in Dawn, July 21st, 2026

    Dawn – Pakistan
  3. Economic22 Jul, 03:20

    Pakistan, Iran agree to boost bilateral trade, border cooperation

    Islamabad, Pakistan

    QUETTA: Balochistan Chief Minister Sarfraz Bugti and Governor of Iran’s Sistan-Baluchestan province Mansour Bijar agreed on Tuesday to strengthen bilateral trade, border cooperation, investment and regional stability during a high-level meeting in Islamabad. The two sides held detailed discussions on Pakistan-Iran relations, bilateral trade, border management, investment, border markets, regional peace, security cooperation and economic connectivity. Governor Bijar said the primary objective of his visit was to expand economic and trade relations between the two neighbouring countries. He noted that bilateral trade currently stood at approximately $3bn and said it could be increased to $10bn through joint efforts. He said that stronger border trade would not only stimulate economic activity but it would help address shared security challenges. Bugti reaffirmed the Balochistan government’s commitment to promoting border barter trade and supporting efforts to raise bilateral trade to a $10 billion target. He agreed that expanding economic opportunities would contribute significantly to peace, stability and an improved security environment in the region. The chief minister said the three existing border markets along the Pakistan-Iran border would be made more active and efficient, while plans were also underway to establish additional border markets to create employment opportunities and facilitate trade for border communities. He also described the proposed Chagai-Sukkur railway track upgrade as a strategically important project that would improve cargo transportation and further enhance bilateral trade. The Balochistan chief minister announced that the provincial government was establishing a dedicated security division to protect and monitor the Western Corridor, saying the initiative would help secure the mineral corridor while facilitating trade with Iran and strengthening economic ties between the two countries. Emphasising that lasting peace is the foundation of sustainable development, Bugti called for coordinated action by both countries to eliminate non-state actors operating from their respective territories, enabling people living on both sides of the border to benefit from peace, stability and economic progress. He also informed the Iranian delegation that the Balochistan government was developing modern slaughterhouses and cold storage facilities to promote livestock trade and welcomed Iranian investment in the sector. To institutionalise cooperation, Bugti proposed the establishment of joint working groups between their governments to ensure regular progress on trade, investment, border cooperation, infrastructure development, agriculture, and livestock and people-to-people exchanges. Published in Dawn, July 22nd, 2026

    Dawn – Pakistan
  4. Diplomatic25 Jul, 02:57

    Iran calls for expanding strategic cooperation with Pakistan

    Islamabad, Pakistan

    ISLAMABAD: As efforts continue to prevent the conflict in the Gulf from widening, Iran on Friday called for expanding strategic cooperation with Pakistan, describing Islamabad’s diplomatic engagement as an important contribution to regional peace and stability. “Pakistan has played a constructive diplomatic role in facilitating negotiations and advancing efforts towards regional peace and stability,” Iran’s Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam said while delivering the keynote address at a roundtable discussion, organised by the Centre for International Strategic Studies. “Strengthening our bilateral cooperation is essential for addressing contemporary security challenges in West Asia,” he said. The discussion, titled Pakistan-Iran Relations and Strategic Stab­i­lity in West Asia, brought together diplomats, academics, defence analysts and researchers to examine the future trajectory of Pakistan-Iran relations against the backdrop of an increasingly volatile regional security environment. Opening the discussion, CISS Exec­utive Director Amb Ali Sarwar Naqvi said the recent escalation had generated fresh uncertainties for regional peace, maritime security and global energy markets, making sustained dialogue and regional engagement more important than ever. Former ambassador Masood Khan said Pakistan’s consistent advocacy of peaceful dispute resolution and its ability to maintain constructive relations with regional and international stakeholders had strengthened its credibility as a facilitator of dialogue, confidence-building measures and de-escalation. Director General of the Institute of Strategic Studies, Islamabad, Amb Moinul Haque said the resilience and national unity displayed by the Iranian people during the recent conflict had played an important role in enabling the country to confront the challenges arising from the crisis. Dr Nazish Mahmood of Quaid-i-Azam University said greater cooperation between Pakistan and Iran in border security, trade, energy and regional connectivity could contribute meaningfully to long-term regional stability. Discussing the maritime dimension of the crisis, retired Rear Admiral Faisal Shah highlighted the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz as one of the world’s principal energy chokepoints and cautioned that prolonged instability there could carry far-reaching consequences for international trade, energy security and maritime stability. Dr Bilal Zubair, director of research at CISS, said the recent conflict had brought Pakistan and Iran closer than ever before, with their shared border, economic interdependence and common concerns over regional instability reinforcing bilateral cooperation and reshaping the relationship across political, economic and strategic domains. Published in Dawn, July 25th, 2026

    Dawn – Pakistan

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