Washington D.C.: Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Syed Tariq Fatemi has held meetings with key US officials in Washington D.C. In these high-level meetings, discussions were held on ways to promote Pak-US bilateral relations, especially cooperation in the fields of trade, and investment.

According to Radio Pakistan, the Special Assistant met with Senior Bureau Official/Acting Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Lisa Kenna and Senior Director for South and Central Asia National Security Council Ricky Gill. He also met with Ranking Member Congressman Gregory Meeks, Chair, Sub-Committee on South and Central Asia, House Foreign Affairs Committee Congressman Bill Huizenga and Senator Jim Banks. Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States Rizwan Saeed Sheikh was also present during these meetings.

During these meetings, Fatemi highlighted the economic priorities of Pakistan and stated that the government’s efforts have resulted in a clear improvement of economic indicators. He emphasized that recognition of these improvements by the IMF and the World Bank is proof that the economy is moving in the right direction.

The Special Assistant stressed that trade and investment are among the top priorities in Pak-US relations. He noted the immense potential for promoting trade and economic relations between the two countries, which will not only benefit businesses in both countries but will also positively impact the economy of the region.