ISLAMABAD: Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani on Sunday emphasized the need to further strengthen bilateral relations between Pakistan and Qatar through increased trade, investment and socio-political cooperation.
He expressed these views during a meeting with a Qatari delegation led by Sheikh Nayef Bin Eid Al Thani, a prominent businessman and senior member of the Royal Family of Qatar.
Gilani said that relations between Pakistan and Qatar were based on shared history, culture, faith and mutually beneficial trade ties spanning centuries. He briefed the delegation about his initiative to convene the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference (ISC) in Islamabad under the theme “Peace, Security and Development” in the contemporary global environment. He appreciated the participation of the Speaker of Qatar in the conference.
The Chairman Senate highlighted Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting peace and dialogue at the regional and global levels and underscored the importance of the Makkah Accord in promoting unity, peace and stability among Muslim countries. He also praised Sheikh Nayef Bin Eid Al Thani’s entrepreneurial vision and his efforts to promote stronger economic and trade ties between Pakistan and Qatar.
Gilani invited Qatari investors to explore investment opportunities in Pakistan, particularly in tourism, agriculture, energy and other areas of mutual interest.
Sheikh Nayef Bin Eid Al Thani appreciated Pakistan’s role in promoting peace, dialogue, development and regional cooperation. He commended the Makkah accord, expressing the hope that it would contribute to greater regional stability, security and unity in the Muslim world.
?The Qatari delegation expressed keen interest in exploring investment opportunities in Pakistan and emphasized the importance of further strengthening bilateral ties through trade, investment and enhanced cooperation. Sheikh Nayef also underscored the importance of facilitating the Pakistani Diaspora in Qatar.
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