Islamabad (TDI): This year, Czechia and Pakistan are celebrating the 75th anniversary of establishing diplomatic ties. During the period when Czechia was a part of Czechoslovakia, the formal agreement was signed in Karachi on September 27, 1950. Czechia became the successor state when Czechoslovakia was peacefully dissolved on January 1, 1993.
The partition of Czechoslovakia, which was accomplished by a democratic and peaceful process without any violence or bloodshed, continues to stand as an unparalleled example of democratic norms in contemporary history.
Both countries unanimously supported the dissolution, which was carried out by the autonomous political decisions of democratically elected leaders and established a precedent-setting model for state transitions around the globe.
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Since establishing ties, the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and Czechia have maintained friendly and robust bilateral ties characterized by mutual assistance within multilateral diplomatic structures. Officials congratulated Pakistan on being elected a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council for the 2025–2026 term.
Furthermore, a key aspect of bilateral engagement has been economic cooperation. In recent years, Czech businesses have been essential to the growth of Pakistan’s industrial sector in several domains.
The Bata shoe factory in Batapur, which was founded in 1942 by Czech specialists affiliated with the original Czechoslovak Bata firm, is a remarkable example. A long-standing trade agreement that was first signed in 1956 and is renewed yearly has boosted commercial and economic connections.
In current bilateral relations, Czech exports to Pakistan mainly focus on the pharmaceutical, chemical, and healthcare industries. The Economic Cooperation Agreement, which went into effect last year, has further strengthened business relationships, with more Czech companies looking to expand their operations in Pakistan.
Czechia is also a proud member of NATO and the European Union, demonstrating its development and modernity. The nation provides a high standard of living due to its strong economy, low unemployment rates, and robust public finances.
Prague, its capital, is one of the most visited cities in Europe and has a rich cultural and historical legacy. The Republic is well known for its innovation, scientific accomplishments, and contributions to technology development worldwide.
The forthcoming session of the Joint Commission on Economic Cooperation, which will take place in Islamabad in April, highlights the mutual commitment to promoting sustainable economic ties. The goal of cooperation with Pakistan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs is to have meaningful talks that yield beneficial results for both parties.
Potential areas of collaboration include mining, research and development, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy, healthcare, water treatment, and agriculture.
As Czech-Pakistan relations mark this historic milestone, there is a strong commitment to strengthening diplomatic, economic, and cultural connections to ensure a prosperous future.
