Uzbek envoy, PCMEA discuss bilateral trade

LAHORE: Uzbekistan’s Ambassador in Pakistan Alisher Tukhtaev discussed with Pakistan Carpet Manufacturers and Exporters Association (PCMEA) ways to enhance bilateral trade, particularly in the carpet industry, and emphasized increasing mutual trade between the two countries. During his visit to PCMEA head office here, he also highlighted the importance of strengthening partnerships in all fields, including trade, and expressed his commitment to facilitating visa processes for trade delegations. He was accompanied by Trade Consul Bakhrom Yusupov and other officials. The meeting was also attended by PCMEA Patron-in-Chief Abdul Latif Malik, Chairman Mian Atiqur Rehman, Vice Chairman Riaz Ahmed and Carpet Training Institute (CTI) Chairperson Ejazur Rehman. Tukhtaev’s visit underscores Uzbekistan’s efforts to bolster economic ties with Pakistan, and the carpet industry is a significant sector with vast potential for growth and cooperation. APP