Islamabad – October 20, 2025
Pakistan and Russia are close to finalizing a set of agreements aimed at deepening media cooperation, cultural exchange, and information sharing, signaling a new chapter in bilateral ties.
Russian Ambassador Albert P. Khorev met with Pakistan’s Information Minister Attaullah Tarar in Islamabad on Saturday to discuss a wide range of collaborative initiatives. The talks focused on enabling state-run media platforms from both countries to cooperate more closely, including content exchange and joint programming.
A key highlight of the meeting was the upcoming cooperation agreement between PTV World and Russia’s RT (Russian Television), designed to foster cross-border broadcasting partnerships.
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Both sides also reviewed progress on a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Associated Press of Pakistan (APP) and Sputnik News Agency, aimed at enhancing news-sharing frameworks between the two countries.
Beyond media, discussions extended to tourism, youth exchange programmes, and joint cultural projects. Ambassador Khorev praised the natural beauty of Pakistan’s northern regions, noting growing interest from Russian tourists.
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Minister Tarar underlined the strength of Pakistan-Russia relations, rooted in mutual respect and trust, while emphasizing the shared ambition to turn diplomatic goodwill into practical, multi-sector collaboration.
Separately, Ambassador Khorev also spoke at the launch of the Asia-Pacific Eurasia Chapter in Islamabad, highlighting the strategic importance of the region in shaping future alliances. He noted that Russia’s Eurasian Partnership initiative, first proposed by President Putin in 2015, aims to build connectivity in trade, education, and regional diplomacy.
The envoy also welcomed positive diplomatic signals between Armenia and Pakistan, describing them as promising developments for broader regional cooperation.
As both nations move forward, the strengthening of media and cultural ties is expected to play a crucial role in shaping a new phase of Russia-Pakistan engagement.
