Expansion of trade, investment discussed with German envoy

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Germany have discussed ways to expand trade and investment, address export-related challenges in the context of GSP+ scheme to facilitate Pakistan’s access to European markets.

The Pakistan–Germany Parliamentary Friendship Group (PFG), led by its Convener, Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah, Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, held a meeting with the German Ambassador, Ina Lepel at Parliament House, to discuss enhanced parliamentary engagement and bilateral cooperation.

Welcoming the Ambassador, the Deputy Speaker reaffirmed the longstanding friendly relations between Pakistan and Germany, highlighting the significance of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2026. He emphasised strengthening parliamentary exchanges and expressed hope for the establishment of a counterpart Friendship Group in the German Bundestag.

The Ambassador appreciated Pakistan’s commitment to parliamentary diplomacy and reaffirmed Germany’s cooperation in development, climate change, renewable energy, vocational training and skills development.

They also explored opportunities for academic collaboration, scholarships, people-to-people exchanges, women’s empowerment and entrepreneurship.

The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to strengthening parliamentary linkages and advancing mutually beneficial cooperation across key sectors.

The meeting was attended by MNAs Mohammad Ilyas Choudhary, Mohammad Riaz Fatyana, Dr. Shahida Rehmani and Natasha Daultana.

Copyright Business Recorder, 2026