Another Country Planning to Join Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India Gas Pipeline Project

Kazakhstan is preparing to officially become part of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline project, marking a major step in regional energy collaboration. The announcement came during a meeting in Islamabad between Kazakhstan’s ambassador and Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Science and Technology, Khalid Hussain Magsi. The discussion centered on boosting cooperation in science, technology, and education, with both sides agreeing to deepen their strategic partnership. Minister Magsi noted that the two countries are close to signing multiple Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) focused on advancing educational cooperation. He welcomed Kazakhstan’s push to strengthen institutional ties, including a proposal to set up a joint research center at the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) in Islamabad. The Kazakh envoy highlighted the need to create a business-friendly atmosphere and suggested joint efforts to tackle cross-border smuggling. He stressed Kazakhstan’s strong interest in working closely with Pakistan to achieve mutual goals of scientific development and economic connectivity. Kazakhstan’s expected participation in the TAPI project signals a broader commitment to regional energy security and greater collaboration among Central and South Asian nations.