Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further expand bilateral cooperation with Russia in trade, investment, technology, and people-to-people exchanges. He was addressing a ceremony in Islamabad today, to mark the 80th Anniversary of Victory of the Russian Federation in the Great Patriotic War.

According to Radio Pakistan, the President highlighted the growing momentum in Pak-Russia relations and expressed confidence that recent high-level interactions between the two countries have laid a solid foundation for deeper engagement and greater understanding. Recalling his 2011 visit to Russia, President Zardari acknowledged President Putin’s efforts to promote Pak-Russia friendship.

He noted Russia’s role in promoting regional peace and stability is important, especially in de-escalating tensions between Pakistan and India. The President also reaffirmed the commitment to building bridges of understanding and cooperation between Pakistan and Russia, besides the need to work together for a better future for the region and the world.