PM Imran, Bill Gates discuss coronavirus pandemic

• PM appreciates the support provided by the Gates Foundation and other international partners during the deadly outbreak.
• Imran apprised Bill Gates regarding the US$ 8 billion package to support the affected people and businesses.
• Bill Gates lauds Pakistan’s efforts in protecting the lives and livelihood of its people.

(Karachi) Prime Minister Imran Khan had a telephonic conversation with Microsoft Founder and Co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Bill Gates and discussed the latest developments regarding the coronavirus crisis.

During the conversation, the prime minister appreciated the support provided by the Gates Foundation and other international partners during the deadly outbreak.

Imran Khan told Gates that Pakistan was taking measures to combat the COVID-19 pandemic by devising strategies and coordinated response. He said that Pakistan was facing challenges of battling the pandemic and saving people, particularly the poor population from hunger.

The PM also apprised Bill Gates regarding the US$ 8 billion package to support the affected people and businesses. The premier said that timely steps taken by the government have helped a great deal to curb the spread of coronavirus in the country.

Bill Gates said that COVID-19 is a global threat and lauded Pakistan’s efforts in protecting the lives and livelihood of its people.

Meanwhile, both leaders also discussed measures to eradicate polio in the country.