ISLAMABAD: Russia has reiterated its commitment to promoting bilateral cooperation with Pakistan in multiple fields, including economy, trade, and defence while Pakistan pledged to extend facilities, including that of e-visa to foreign investors.

Visiting Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and his counterpart Shah Mahmood Qureshi in ISLAMABAD during which the two sides agreed to strengthen bilateral ties and deepen cooperation. The foreign ministers of both countries expressed their resolve during delegation-level talks in Islamabad on Wednesday. 

FM Qureshi also briefed his Russian counterpart about the situation in Indian held Kashmir and the regional security situation. He said Pakistan desires peace in the region and resolution of all outstanding disputes, including that of Jammu and Kashmir, through peaceful means.

Appreciating Russia's efforts for peace in Afghanistan, he said Pakistan will continue its sincere efforts for peace in Afghanistan. The foreign minister said Pakistan has shifted its priorities from geo-politics to geo-economics.

Pakistan is determined to promote its ties with Russia in diverse fields, he said, expressing Pakistan's commitment to the early commencement of work on the Stream Gas Pipeline project with Russia.

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