Посольство России в Пакистане / Embassy of Russia in Pakistan

✨️ On February 9, Ambassador Albert P. Khorev participated in a seminar titled "The Legacyof Russian Diplomacy: Current Statusand Prospects for Pakistan-Russia Relations,” hosted by the Islamabad Policy Research Institute. The event was timed to coincide with #DiplomatsDay and featured an exhibition highlighting the key milestones in the development of Russian diplomacy. In his speech, Ambassador Khorev provided a detailed overview of the pivotal events that have shaped the Russian diplomatic service and the individuals who have played a prominent role in it. ❗️Albert P. Khorev highlighted Russia's current foreign policy priorities: upholding the principles and goals of the UN Charter, forming a multipolar world order based on sovereign equality, combating neo-Nazism and neo-colonialism, preserving the memory of World War II, and preventing the rewriting of its history. 🤝 The Ambassador noted that, from 1970 to 1990, the Soviet Union provided Pakistan with assistance in developing its industry. This included the construction of the Pakistan Steel Mills and the Guddu, Jamshoro, and Muzaffargarh thermal power plants. 🇷🇺🇵🇰 Since the 2000s, when Russia, the successor state to the USSR, began pursuing an active, multi-vector foreign policy and increased cooperation with countries in the Global South, the two countries have established a dynamic political dialogue and regular high-level contacts. The Russian Ambassador praised the two countries' coordinated efforts on the international stage, particularly at the #UN and #SCO. He emphasized Russia and Pakistan's commitment to combating international terrorism, extremism, neo-colonialism, neo-Nazism, Islamophobia, and discrimination based on nationality or religion. The Ambassador also noted the potential for cooperation between Islamabad and the #BRICS New Development Bank. Given the recent establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Armenia, he suggested exploring cooperation with the #EAEU as well. Read in full Watch in English

✨️ On February 4, Ambassador Albert P. Khorev participated in a seminar titled "25 Years of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization: Towards Fair Global Governance, Shared Sustainable Development, and Multilateral Cooperation," which was held at the National University of Science and Technology (NUST) in Islamabad. ❗️The Russian Ambassador noted that, in its 25 years of existence, the #SCO has firmly established itself as an influential international organization that actively contributes to the formation of a multipolar world order. He emphasized that Russian foreign policy consistently prioritizes steadily strengthening the SCO and enhancing its role in international affairs. Albert P. Khorev emphasized the SCO's growing collective potential, allowing it to be viewed as a reliable foundation for establishing a system of equal and indivisible security in Eurasia. The Ambassador noted the promising prospects for combining the potential of the SCO and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) in the trade, economic, and social spheres. He emphasized that establishing diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Armenia in August 2025 paved the way for a potential free trade agreement between Pakistan and the #EAEU. Ambassador Khorev informed the audience about the trade, economic, social, and sporting events that were held in Russia in 2025 as part of our country's SCO Council of Heads of Government chairmanship. He noted the progress that SCO members have achieved in finance, investment, high technology, the digital economy, energy, and developing small and medium-sized enterprises. He praised the SCO countries' efforts to transition to mutual settlements in national currencies. Albert P. Khorev thanked the SCO partners for supporting Russia's initiative to adopt a special thematic statement in which the leaders of the organization's member states honored the heroic actions of peace-loving peoples during World War II. The statement also reaffirmed the lasting importance of defeating fascism and militarism and confirmed the commitment of our countries to peace and tranquility. He also emphasized the SCO's constructive role in addressing international conflicts, including those in Gaza, Iran, and Afghanistan. The Ambassador outlined Russia's approach to resolving the crisis in Ukraine. He discussed the SCO's collaboration with other international and regional organizations, such as the #UN, the #CIS, and the #CSTO. In conclusion, the Ambassador assured the partners that Russia is committed to supporting Kyrgyzstan's chairmanship in strengthening the SCO in 2026. Other prominent speakers included Special Secretary UN, Foreign Ministry of Pakistan, Ambassador Nabeel Munir; Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong; NUST Rector, Dr. Muhammad Zahid Latif; and NUST Institute of Political Studies Director General, Ashfaque Hasan Khan. SCO Secretary General Nurlan Yermekbayev delivered a welcome speech to the participants via video link. The speakers emphasized the important role of the SCO in promoting sustainable development in Eurasia. They underscored Russia's and China's significant contributions to strengthening peace and stability in Eurasia, as well as Pakistan's active efforts to enhance the SCO's effectiveness.

🇷🇺🇵🇰 On November 18, Ambassador Albert P. Khorev participated in the launch ceremony for the book "Pakistan-Russia Relations: A Comprehensive Historical and Strategic Analysis," at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI). 📘 Consisting of 13 articles written by Russian and Pakistani experts, the book was prepared by the ISSI research team in collaboration with the Institute of Oriental Studies of the Russian Academy of Sciences. The book highlights historic aspects of relations between the two countries and the current state and prospects of bilateral cooperation in trade, economy, energy, science, technology, culture and education, with a focus on opportunities for cooperation in regional and international formats. ❗️Ambassador Khorev expressed gratitude to the ISSI and the book's authors, noting the initiative's importance and timeliness. The Ambassador highlighted the positive dynamics of bilateral cooperation, as evidenced by the participation of a high-level delegation from both chambers of the Russian parliament in the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference (Islamabad, November 11–12) and by the visit of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan Muhammad Ishaq Dar to Moscow for the SCO Council of Heads of Government (November 17–18). 💬 Ambassador Khorev stated, "Russia highly appreciates Pakistan's firm commitment to further strengthening mutually beneficial ties despite aggressive pressure from Western countries." ISSI Director General Sohail Mahmood pointed to the successful shift of our countries away from outdated Cold War ideology. 🤝 The event's chief guest, Senator Mushahid Hussain Syed, noted the effective coordination of Moscow and Islamabad's efforts within the #UN, the #SCO, and the #OIC. He promoted an initiative to create a new regional platform, the Eurasian Connectivity Forum, which would include the #CIS, Central Asian countries, and South Asian countries. #RussiaPakistan

Excerpts from Alexander Babakov's speech at the plenary session of theInter-Parliamentary Speakers' Conference: 🔸️The policy of the so-called Western world toward the militarization of the Asia-Pacific region — accompanied by the consolidation of NATO's presence and the formation of new military-political blocks — leads to greater instability and hinders the establishment of a just system of international relations based on the principles of international law and mutual respect; 🔸️The #SCO, #BRICS, #ASEAN and the Eurasian Economic Union (#EAEU) promote a unifying, peaceful agenda; 🔸The United Nations—which is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year — remains the cornerstone of the modern system of international relations. The #UN is a bastion of multilateralism and the primary mechanism for addressing contemporary challenges, such as armed conflicts, poverty, hunger, climate change, terrorism, and inequality between states; 🔸 The UN is currently in crisis. The disappointment in the UN seems to stem from overly high expectations that fail to consider the fact that the UN's effectiveness hinges on the political will, negotiating ability and vision of its member states—qualities that are lacking in our time. The crisis engulfing the United Nations is rooted in the selfish approach of a small group of Western countries, driven by their desire to maintain their "reign" over the world; 🔸Russia will continue to seek a fair and sustainable architecture for international relations, based on the UN and strict adherence to the principles of its Charter in their entirety, comprehensiveness and interconnection.

✨️ The Embassy of Russia congratulates the people of Pakistan on Iqbal Day and World Urdu Day! On this momentous occasion, we would like to emphasize that our countries share common spiritual and moral values, including respect for religion and the ideal of a strong, traditional family. 🇷🇺🇵🇰 Our countries are steadily strengthening their multifaceted bilateral relations and coordinating their efforts on international platforms, particularly within the frameworks of the #UN and the #SCO. 🤝 The Russian Federation highly values the Pakistani leadership's balanced approach to pressing global issues, including conflict resolution. 📽 In celebration of Iqbal Day, we present a video showcasing the various stages and dimensions of cooperation between our two friendly states. Happy Iqbal Day, dear Pakistanis! #RussiaPakistan

✨️Ambassador Albert P. Khorev's Interview with “Mehran TV” Full interview available in Urdu Key points: #BilateralTrade 🔸️Over the past two years, the annual trade turnover between #Russia and #Pakistan has amounted to approximately $1 billion USD. Our governments understand that this figure does not reflect our countries' existing potential, and they are making efforts to deepen bilateral cooperation. One effective mechanism in this regard is the Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, and Technical Cooperation, which will hold its 10th milestone meeting in November 2025 in Islamabad; 🔸️There is potential for increased fuel, petroleum products, and grain supplies from Russia to Pakistan, as well as for increased imports of Pakistani textiles, leather, and agricultural products to Russia; #JointProjects 🔸️We are considering a number of infrastructure projects, including the modernization or construction of a new Karachi Steel Mill and railway tracks, as well as the supply of Russian pharmaceutical products, with the option of joint production; 🔸️We look forward to implementing new projects in the energy and transportation sectors. Given the recent establishment of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Armenia, we believe that a free trade agreement between Pakistan and the #EAEU is possible in the future; 🔸️The successful modernization of the Karachi Steel Mill will pave the way for more productive cooperation; #TradeInNationalCurrencies 🔸️Most of Russia's export operations with friendly countries, including #SCO member states, are conducted in national currencies. The US dollar is slowly but surely losing ground. The process of diversifying payment instruments is succeeding; #SituationInTheRegion 🔸️Russia respects the right of regional countries, including Pakistan, to choose their own foreign policy partners independently. South Asian countries' engagement with the West is an internal matter. However, we consider it inappropriate if such engagement is directed against any state or group of states; 🔸️We have noted the Americans' and their NATO allies' active efforts to return to #Afghanistan after their infamous retreat in 2021. Donald Trump's statements about the U.S.'s desire to retake control of the #Bagram Air Base and his demands that India stop purchasing Russian oil are unacceptable. They represent yet another manifestation of Western neocolonialism; 🔸️The recent SCO summit in China demonstrated the declining influence of extra-regional forces. There is a growing demand for Russian President Vladimir Putin's initiative to establish a Eurasian security system based on the principle of "regional solutions to regional problems;" #MoscowFormat 🔸️The Moscow Format Consultations bring together all of Afghanistan's neighboring countries, including Russia and Pakistan. This regional mechanism has proven its effectiveness. All its members agree that the return of U.S. and NATO military infrastructure to Afghanistan is unacceptable; #Kashmir 🔸️Pakistan and India inherited the Kashmir issue from their British colonial past. We believe that Islamabad and New Delhi should resolve their differences through political and diplomatic means. At the same time, if it receives appropriate signals from both sides, Russia is ready to contribute to improving relations between the two countries and make the necessary efforts in international forums, including the #UN. #RussiaPakistan

🇷🇺🇵🇰 On June 3, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrovheld a meeting with Special Assistant on Foreign Affairs to the Prime Minister of Pakistan Syed Tariq Fatemi. The Officials discussed bilateral interaction as well as regional and international security. Syed Tariq Fatemi briefed Sergey Lavrov on Pakistan’s view of the current situation in Indo-Pakistani relations. The Russian Minister stressed the importance of a direct dialogue and greater mutual trust between New Delhi and Islamabad. The Sides highlighted the need of building up joint efforts in the fight against all manifestations of terrorism at international venues, primarily the #UN and the #SCO. #RussiaPakistan