Islamabad, April 10: At the invitation of President Aleksandr Lukashenko, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif will undertake an official visit to the Republic of Belarus from April 10 to 11, 2025.
This visit comes as a follow-up to the significant bilateral momentum generated by President Lukashenko’s visit to Pakistan in November 2024.
During his stay in Minsk, Prime Minister Sharif will hold detailed discussions with President Lukashenko, focusing on evaluating progress across a range of areas of shared interest.
Over the past six months, bilateral engagement between Pakistan and Belarus has deepened considerably.
Notable developments include the convening of the 8th Session of the Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) in February 2025 and a subsequent visit to Belarus by a senior-level, multi-ministerial delegation in April 2025.
These initiatives have paved the way for constructive dialogue and outcomes during the Prime Minister’s visit.
Both nations are expected to sign multiple agreements aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation across various sectors.
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The visit reflects the growing strength and continuity of the partnership between Pakistan and Belarus, reinforcing their commitment to closer collaboration in the years ahead.
Pakistan-Belarus Relations (200 Words)
Pakistan and Belarus enjoy friendly and cooperative bilateral relations founded on mutual respect, shared interests, and a commitment to enhancing economic and diplomatic ties.
Diplomatic relations were formally established in 1994, and since then, both countries have steadily expanded their engagement in various fields, including trade, industry, agriculture, education, science and technology, and defense cooperation.
High-level exchanges have played a pivotal role in strengthening the partnership.
The visit of President Aleksandr Lukashenko to Pakistan in 2015 and again in 2024, followed by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s official visit to Belarus in April 2025, have further deepened bilateral cooperation.
These visits reflect the strong political will on both sides to boost collaboration across multiple sectors.
Regular meetings of the Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) have provided an effective platform to advance economic ties, explore investment opportunities, and discuss trade facilitation.
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Both nations have also emphasized the importance of people-to-people contacts, educational exchanges, and cultural cooperation.
Pakistan views Belarus as an important partner in Eastern Europe, while Belarus values its relationship with Pakistan as a gateway to South Asia and beyond.
The relationship continues to evolve, underpinned by shared objectives of peace, development, and regional cooperation.
