Pakistan and Poland Strengthen Ties, Focus on Counter-Terrorism

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Poland have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing bilateral cooperation in several sectors, including counter-terrorism, and agreed to share information to address global security challenges.

A joint statement issued after talks between Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister and Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski emphasized the significance of Sikorski’s official visit to Pakistan from October 23 to 24, 2025.

The visit was hailed as an important step in strengthening diplomatic ties and promoting peace, stability, and economic prosperity in both countries and their regions.

Both sides emphasized the importance of maintaining regular high-level contacts to deepen political dialogue and expand economic cooperation. It was agreed that bilateral political consultations would take place annually.

The ministers also discussed ongoing global issues, with the Polish side briefing on the war in Ukraine, and the Pakistani side raising the Jammu and Kashmir dispute.

On economic matters, the two sides agreed to increase bilateral trade, diversify trade goods, and enhance market access. They also committed to strengthening business-to-business (B2B) cooperation, including trade missions, and participation in exhibitions and conferences.

Reaffirming their shared stance against terrorism, both countries condemned terrorism in all forms and stressed the need for a firm implementation of relevant UN Security Council resolutions and strategies. They agreed to enhance the exchange of information and best practices to counter terrorism effectively.

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