Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for further strengthening Pakistan-Qatar cooperation in all spheres of mutual interest, especially the trade and investment.
He was talking to Qatari Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi, who along with a delegation, called on him here in Islamabad on Thursday.
Welcoming the Qatari dignitary and his delegation, the Prime Minister said Pakistan greatly values its historic, cordial and fraternal relationship with Qatar. Both countries have always supported each other through thick and thin.
He said Pakistan is keen to transform its excellent ties with Qatar into a mutually beneficial robust economic partnership.
The Prime Minister highlighted the important role of Qatar Investment Authority and said Pakistan would like to see Qatar expand its investment portfolio in Pakistan in priority sectors. To this end, the Special Investment Facilitation Council would be able to ensure swift coordination.
Shehbaz Sharif also conveyed his warm wishes and greetings for the Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrehman bin Jassim Al Thani.
The Qatari Minister of State thanked the Prime Minister for receiving him and conveyed a special message of the leadership of Qatar to him, emphasizing Qatar’s desire to strengthen the enduring bonds of brotherhood with Pakistan as well as its keen interest in investing in Pakistan.
Dr Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al-Khulaifi is on a one-day visit to Pakistan as a special envoy of the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of the State of Qatar.
