ISLAMABAD: The Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Pakistan, Khazar Farhadov has said that trade and business relations between Pakistan and Azerbaijan will continue to grow stronger with time, and that the Azerbaijan Pakistan Joint Chamber of Commerce & Industry (APJCCI) can play a vital role in this regard.
He expressed these views during a meeting with a high-level APJCCI delegation led by its Chairman, Zafar Bakhtawari at the Azerbaijan Embassy. During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on the ongoing efforts and new initiatives aimed at strengthening economic, trade, and investment cooperation between the two brotherly nations, said a release issued here.
Ambassador Farhadov shared that during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s recent visit to Baku, the Prime Minister acknowledged and appreciated APJCCI’s efforts in promoting bilateral trade.
Zafar Bakhtawari praised Ambassador Farhadov for his exceptional contributions toward enhancing bilateral ties and said that, owing to his outstanding services, he deserves nomination for Pakistan’s highest civil award. APJCCI Patron-in-Chief Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari presented the report of the Chamber’s recent delegation visit to Baku, held in September.
He said the delegation’s meetings with government institutions, business organizations, and private companies proved highly productive, opening new avenues of cooperation. He also announced the launch of APJCCI’s official website .
Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari further informed that APJCCI, in collaboration with the Islamabad Women Chamber of Commerce & Industry (IWCCI), will organize the 7th Islamabad Expo 2025 on December 6–7 at the Pak-China Friendship Centre, Islamabad, and extended an invitation to the Ambassador to attend as Chief Guest.
He added that around ten Azerbaijani companies are expected to participate in this mega event. He also announced that APJCCI plans to hold the Azerbaijan–Pakistan Business Forum next year , Former IWCCI President Ms. Naima Ansari also invited the Ambassador to attend the Expo as Chief Guest, a request he graciously accepted.
