ISLAMABAD:Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has said Pakistan is looking forward to International Rescue Committee’s (IRC) continued support in further promoting capacity building for climate resilience and disaster management in Pakistan.

He expressed these views while talking to President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee, David Miliband, who called on him here in Islamabad on Thursday.

Lauding the valuable and long-standing partnership of IRC with Pakistan, the Prime Minister noted with appreciation the IRC’s timely assistance in the aftermath of last year’s devastating floods.

He briefed the visiting dignitary about rehabilitation and reconstruction of the flood affected areas. Shehbaz Sharif also underscored the importance of IRC’s valuable support for reconstruction and repair of the damaged schools and hospitals in the flood affected areas.

On this occasion, David Miliband appreciated the Government of Pakistan for the commitment and dedication by taking timely steps to minimize the effects of last year’s devastating floods.

He also re-affirmed the IRC’s desire to further deepen collaboration with Pakistan in disaster and climate change management.