Kazakhstan is preparing to formally join the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project, a move expected to significantly enhance regional energy cooperation. The announcement came during a meeting between Kazakhstan’s Ambassador and Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Science and Technology, Khalid Hussain Magsi, held in Islamabad on Tuesday.
The high-level dialogue also explored broader collaboration beyond energy, focusing on strengthening partnerships in education, scientific research, and technological development. Both sides reiterated their commitment to deepening strategic cooperation, with particular emphasis on creating long-term institutional linkages.
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Minister Magsi disclosed that several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) are currently being finalized, aimed at expanding bilateral collaboration in the education sector. A major highlight of the talks was Kazakhstan’s proposal to establish a joint research centre at the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) in Islamabad, a step welcomed by the Pakistani minister.
The Kazakh envoy stressed the need to foster a more conducive business environment and suggested working together to combat smuggling. He reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s view of Pakistan as a critical regional ally in promoting economic connectivity and advancing shared scientific objectives.
