PM Imran to visit Russia this month

PM Imran to visit Russia this month​

Premier’s position towards West increasingly becoming defiant

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Rizwan Shehzad February 07, 2022

PHOTO: APP

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ISLAMABAD:
Prime Minister Imran Khan’s position toward the West is becoming increasingly defiant as he set to visit Russia from February 23 to 25 after completing his “historic visit to China” and attending the Beijing Olympics, which the US and several other western countries had boycotted.

Diplomatic sources confirmed on Sunday evening that the premier was expected to undertake the “all crucial” visit of Moscow in the last week of February -- the first by a Pakistani premier in over two decades. Federal Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry refrained from confirming the development, saying that the foreign affairs ministry should be approached for this purpose.

The premier’s visit to Moscow is believed to be a clear signal to the West, especially after he clearly said “absolutely not” to Washington on giving bases in Pakistan following its withdrawal from Afghanistan and not receiving a phone call from US President Joe Biden since he assumed his office in the White House.
“Prime Minister Imran’s visit under the current circumstances is crucial,” a diplomat told The Express Tribune, requesting anonymity, while referring to the rising tensions between Russia and Ukraine and ultimately between Moscow and the West.

The diplomat further said PM Imran and Russian President Vladimir Putin would exchange views on bilateral cooperation as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest. Recently, PM Imran while speaking to President Putin had lauded his statement on the issue of blasphemy.

In a telephonic conversation with Putin on January 17, PM Imran had underscored that Pakistan’s bilateral relationship with Russia was on an upward trajectory, with an increased focus on trade and economic ties and energy cooperation. He had reiterated the government’s resolve for early realisation of the Pakistan Stream Gas Pipeline Project. According to PM Imran, he and Putin had agreed to enhance bilateral cooperation in different areas, increase high-level exchanges, and remain in close contact on matters relating to Afghanistan.

PM Imran had underscored that a peaceful and stable Afghanistan was pivotal for regional stability.
The official statement had attributed to the prime minister that he looked forward to President Putin’s visit to Pakistan as well as his own visit to Russia at an appropriate time. Now, the diplomatic sources have confirmed that the dates had been finalised and PM Imran and President Putin would be standing together in the last week of February if there are no last minute changes.

Following the diplomatic dispute between Russia and the West on Ukraine, Moscow has reoriented trade, seeking to replace Western imports and reducing its use of the US dollar. Putin’s recent meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping was also taken as a show of unity amid Moscow’s deteriorating relations with the West.
Last month, it was reported that Islamabad and Moscow were in talks to finalise a plan for what would be a landmark visit of the Russian president to Pakistan this year.

The visit was being discussed by the two sides for the last two years but could not be materialised because of a variety of reasons, including the Covid-19 pandemic. For the visit, Moscow wanted to have something “significant” ready before Putin finally undertook his trip to Pakistan.

PM Imran to visit Russia this month | The Express Tribune

Premier’s position towards West increasingly becoming defiant

tribune.com.pk

 

[xyx007]

No
We have green cards, nationalities and dollars to throw at your leadership in every state institution and the lines of hundreds of thousands of Pakistanis trying to apply and millions dying to come here who are willing to lick our feet.

Those opportunities may be attractive, but when it comes to our national interests, we don't easily give in. That's why we were able to take out two superpowers from our backyard, secure our nuclear assets, and still exercise iron fists against a seven-times bigger foe.

No
We have green cards, nationalities and dollars to throw at your leadership in every state institution and the lines of hundreds of thousands of Pakistanis trying to apply and millions dying to come here who are willing to lick our feet.

 

[CodeforFood]

Wherever I live, I’ll always be Pakistani first.
My identity is Pakistani, no foreign passport can change that.

I am not saying that it should not be your identity. I am just saying that when you live in a society or adopt it to live there. Specially if you have taken a symbolic step of getting a passport (i am thinking you took an oath of allegiance). You would have a responsiblity to contribute not just enjoy the fruits of other's labor... That is all I am saying.

 

[RIP Pak LAW]

After Russia trip, Germany visit is also expected.

 

[SQ8]

Those opportunities may be attractive, but when it comes to our national interests, we don't easily give in. That's why we were able to take out two superpowers from our backyard, secure our nuclear assets, and still exercise iron fists against a seven-times bigger foe.

Some of the “We” - many of the we do and is why many of the we are at times taken out by some of the we in what seems like freak accidents. May 11th didn’t just happen like that.

 

[Patriot forever]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1490358841044832258

 

[SaadH]

The ones criticizing the US will be the first ones to stand in the line for any chance of getting a US, Canada or any other European country Visa.

And what's wrong with that, throughout the medieval period as well as the later colonial period, Muslim/Islam hating Europeans used to go to Islamic Spain and other muslim lands, to learn, trade, loot and steal. What's the big deal in today's reverse scenario?

 

[cloud4000]

Is biden and co still sulking? These developments can define policies for next decade or so. Biden and co, their silly ego, can see their country presence and influence gone for good from this region and perhaps beyond. Hedging all bets on India is self defeating. India itself is getting contained.

Though they are trying. The recent uptick in terrorism and the shenanigans of opposition in Pakistan to put pressure on IK, these are all connected developments.

Is India getting contained? By whom? Don't tell me you came to this conclusion by IK's unconfirmed visit to Russia. It's only a visit, not a creation of a grand alliance.

 

[xyx007]

Some of the “We” - many of the we do and is why many of the we are at times taken out by some of the we in what seems like freak accidents. May 11th didn’t just happen like that.

Some of us have invisible eyes on many of us as well. We need to run our business, not be like North Korea(disconnected nation from world), in order to meet our common objectives. We need to work together with them(Major World Power ) and always provide our best. If baloch do not subscribe to these superpower deliverables, even sindhis, punjabi, and pashtoon can become part of the museum.It is not hard for them to make us obsolete.To win this war on elephants , we need to stick to our national goals and stay patriotic pakistani. Otherwise, tribalism and nationalism will easily become part of the musem.

 

[IceCold]

And what's wrong with that, throughout the medieval period as well as the later colonial period, Muslim/Islam hating Europeans used to go to Islamic Spain and other muslim lands, to learn, trade, loot and steal. What's the big deal in today's reverse scenario?

Nothing! Just stating the obvious.

 

[Meengla]

Is India getting contained? By whom? Don't tell me you came to this conclusion by IK's unconfirmed visit to Russia. It's only a visit, not a creation of a grand alliance.

I'd strongly suggest all, especially Indians, watch this Indian anchor and the guy he is quoting in this video. No, India is not getting 'isolated' but the pain in Shehkar Gupta's voice is difficult to hide.

 

[PradoTLC]

PM Imran to visit Russia this month​

Premier’s position towards West increasingly becoming defiant

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Rizwan Shehzad February 07, 2022

PHOTO: APP

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ISLAMABAD:
Prime Minister Imran Khan’s position toward the West is becoming increasingly defiant as he set to visit Russia from February 23 to 25 after completing his “historic visit to China” and attending the Beijing Olympics, which the US and several other western countries had boycotted.

Diplomatic sources confirmed on Sunday evening that the premier was expected to undertake the “all crucial” visit of Moscow in the last week of February -- the first by a Pakistani premier in over two decades. Federal Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry refrained from confirming the development, saying that the foreign affairs ministry should be approached for this purpose.

The premier’s visit to Moscow is believed to be a clear signal to the West, especially after he clearly said “absolutely not” to Washington on giving bases in Pakistan following its withdrawal from Afghanistan and not receiving a phone call from US President Joe Biden since he assumed his office in the White House.
“Prime Minister Imran’s visit under the current circumstances is crucial,” a diplomat told The Express Tribune, requesting anonymity, while referring to the rising tensions between Russia and Ukraine and ultimately between Moscow and the West.

The diplomat further said PM Imran and Russian President Vladimir Putin would exchange views on bilateral cooperation as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest. Recently, PM Imran while speaking to President Putin had lauded his statement on the issue of blasphemy.

In a telephonic conversation with Putin on January 17, PM Imran had underscored that Pakistan’s bilateral relationship with Russia was on an upward trajectory, with an increased focus on trade and economic ties and energy cooperation. He had reiterated the government’s resolve for early realisation of the Pakistan Stream Gas Pipeline Project. According to PM Imran, he and Putin had agreed to enhance bilateral cooperation in different areas, increase high-level exchanges, and remain in close contact on matters relating to Afghanistan.

PM Imran had underscored that a peaceful and stable Afghanistan was pivotal for regional stability.
The official statement had attributed to the prime minister that he looked forward to President Putin’s visit to Pakistan as well as his own visit to Russia at an appropriate time. Now, the diplomatic sources have confirmed that the dates had been finalised and PM Imran and President Putin would be standing together in the last week of February if there are no last minute changes.

Following the diplomatic dispute between Russia and the West on Ukraine, Moscow has reoriented trade, seeking to replace Western imports and reducing its use of the US dollar. Putin’s recent meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping was also taken as a show of unity amid Moscow’s deteriorating relations with the West.
Last month, it was reported that Islamabad and Moscow were in talks to finalise a plan for what would be a landmark visit of the Russian president to Pakistan this year.

The visit was being discussed by the two sides for the last two years but could not be materialised because of a variety of reasons, including the Covid-19 pandemic. For the visit, Moscow wanted to have something “significant” ready before Putin finally undertook his trip to Pakistan.

PM Imran to visit Russia this month | The Express Tribune

Premier’s position towards West increasingly becoming defiant

tribune.com.pk

one thing for sure the body language is very good

No
We have green cards, nationalities and dollars to throw at your leadership in every state institution and the lines of hundreds of thousands of Pakistanis trying to apply and millions dying to come here who are willing to lick our feet.

so how much US throw at Imran Khan?..

 

[Chacha_Facebooka]

one thing for sure the body language is very good

old.

 

[The Eagle]

Handsome PM

I understand that feelings since you have Modi to represent the nation in every domain from appearance to posture, gesture & literacy. Don't go down that route buddy.... you have mother of skeleton in a huge barn yard since it cannot be placed into a cupboard.

 

[RIP Pak LAW]

Indian upcoming Mr Universe

Yogi Adityanath — India's anti-Muslim priest and possible future PM

A hardline protege of Narendra Modi, Yogi Adityanath has soared in popularity beyond Uttar Pradesh.

www.dawn.com

 

[The Eagle]

Agreed, he cannot have a peerni too .

Not new coming from Indian. I wouldn't talk about Modi's personal life though.