Bishkek: Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov met on Tuesday with Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari, who is visiting Kyrgyzstan. The two leaders discussed regional and international developments, as well as ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation, particularly in the fields of defense and security.

According to Qatar News Agency, the discussions between President Japarov and President Zardari aimed to enhance collaboration in areas crucial to both nations' interests. The meeting highlighted the commitment of both countries to work together on pressing regional issues, with a focus on improving their defense and security ties.