Islamabad (TDI): Appreciating the ongoing structural reforms, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Netherlands Henny de Vries on Tuesday assured her country’s support for Pakistan’s trade and commerce with European Union.
The ambassador said this in a meeting with Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, to who she called on here at Finance Division.
She specifically praised the ongoing structural reforms in major economic and financial sectors.
During the meeting, various aspects of the longstanding friendship and bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and the Netherlands were discussed and priority areas like mining, IT, oil and gas, agriculture, dairy, and farm production for further business collaborations identified.
The two sides discussed matters of mutual interest and explore ways for further strengthening the existing ties between Pakistan and The Netherlands.
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The Minister highlighted the government’s economic plan and reform agenda for promoting economic growth and ensuring fiscal sustainability.
He mentioned the economic gains achieved over the last 14 months and reiterated the government’s resolve to stay the course to move the economy on the path to sustained, export-led growth.
He also highlighted the challenges faced by Pakistan on climate front, and its efforts for climate financing and building capacity to ensure climate resiliency through sustainable solutions.
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The Dutch Ambassador reciprocated the sentiments on strengthening bilateral ties and further expanding cooperation in various fields, including sports.
The ambassador also mentioned the Dutch cricket team was scheduled to visit Pakistan early next year to play matches and learn from Pakistan’s cricketing prowess.
