Russia and Pakistan are set to simplify visa procedures for citizens of both countries as the two nations move to strengthen bilateral ties.

Pakistan’s Ambassador to Russia, Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, said the agreement will be signed during the upcoming visit of Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Moscow, The Caspian Post reports via TASS.

“We will sign an agreement on simplifying visa issuance for citizens of both countries,” the ambassador said.