Pakistan, Maldives Seek Stronger Economic and Diplomatic Ties
Ishaq Dar welcomes President Mohamed Muizzu, calls for expanded cooperation in trade, investment, education and tourism.
ISLAMABAD: (News Pulse) Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar has reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening its longstanding fraternal relations with the Maldives, stressing the need to expand bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, education, climate change and tourism.
According to Foreign Office that, during a meeting with Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, who is on a state visit to Pakistan, Ishaq Dar conveyed warm greetings and best wishes from President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif to the Maldivian leader. He also warmly welcomed the president and his accompanying delegation to Pakistan.
The deputy prime minister underscored the importance of further strengthening bilateral ties and exploring new avenues of cooperation to promote shared interests and mutual prosperity.
Welcoming the participation of a Maldivian business delegation in the Maldives-Pakistan Business Forum, Ishaq Dar expressed hope that business-to-business (B2B) engagements would help identify concrete opportunities for expanding trade and investment between the two countries.
He emphasised the importance of strengthening economic and commercial linkages to translate the longstanding friendship between Pakistan and the Maldives into tangible benefits for both nations.
President Mohamed Muizzu appreciated the warm welcome and hospitality extended to him and his delegation during their visit to Pakistan.
He reaffirmed the Maldives’ desire to deepen its close relations with Pakistan and expressed interest in exploring new avenues of mutually beneficial cooperation across various sectors.
The engagement reflects the two countries’ shared resolve to strengthen bilateral relations, enhance economic collaboration and broaden cooperation in areas of common interest.