PM Shehbaz, Kuwait Crown Prince discuss stronger economic cooperation

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday met Crown Prince of Kuwait Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York and discussed ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation.

According to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office, the meeting focused on Pakistan-Kuwait relations and avenues for expanding cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

The prime minister conveyed warm greetings to the Kuwaiti Crown Prince and reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong and brotherly ties with Kuwait.

Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the potential for enhanced cooperation in trade, investment, energy and human resource development.

The two leaders also exchanged views on regional and international developments and reiterated their shared commitment to promoting peace, stability and prosperity.

The meeting took place on the sidelines of the high-level segment of the UN General Assembly’s 81st session in New York.

Shehbaz arrived in New York on Tuesday to attend the UNGA session. During his visit, the prime minister will also hold bilateral meetings with world leaders attending the UN General Assembly session

The meetings will provide an opportunity for the prime minister to exchange views with participating leaders on matters of mutual interest and issues of international importance.