Pakistan, 9 June 2023 (TDI): Minister of State Hina Rabbani Khar recently met with Johan Forssell, Sweden’s Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade.
During the meeting, they discussed and evaluated Pakistan-Sweden bilateral relations, as well as exchanged opinions on various areas of cooperation.
Enhancing cooperation in renewable energy and sustainable technology was one of the main topics highlighted.
Both ministers pointed out the significance of shifting to clean sources of energy that are renewable in order to combat climate change and achieve sustainable development.
They looked into candidates for partnership in renewable energy projects, including solar and wind power, that can help Pakistan meet its energy needs while reducing environmental damage.
The ministers also discussed ICT (Information and Communication Technology) cooperation.
They recognized the importance of digital technology in economic growth and innovation, and they explored ways to enhance collaboration in areas like as digital infrastructure, e-governance, and digital skills development.
This cooperation has the possibility of motivating the use of ICT tools and platforms to improve efficiency, connection, and service delivery.
Another topic of conversation was the export of skilled labor. Pakistan has plenty of talented and skilled individuals, and both ministers realized the possibility of working together to bring skilled Pakistani workers to Sweden.
This collaboration has the potential to provide jobs for Pakistani employees, contribute to the Swedish economy, and promote interactions between the two countries.
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Collaboration in Research and Development (R&D) was also highlighted throughout the meeting. Both ministers agreed that investment in research and innovation is essential for promoting economic growth and addressing social issues.
They explored the possibility of cooperative R&D projects in beneficial to both parties fields such as healthcare, agriculture, and technology.
Collaborative research initiatives between the two countries can result in new discoveries, technological improvements, and knowledge sharing.
Overall, the meeting between Minister Hina Rabbani Khar and Minister Johan Forssell demonstrated Pakistan and Sweden’s willingness to work on enhancing bilateral relations.
The discussions focused on looking at cooperative prospects in renewable energy, sustainable technologies, ICT, skilled labor export, and research and development.
By cooperating in these sectors, both countries may use each other’s strengths, boost economic progress, and contribute to a prosperous and long-term.
The meeting acted as a forum for open communication and cooperation, establishing the groundwork for future Pakistan-Sweden ties and collaborations.
