Khankendi (TDI): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev on the sidelines of the 17th Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Summit, commending Azerbaijan for its successful organization of the high-level gathering held in Khankendi on July 3–4.
He also conveyed his gratitude to President Aliyev and the people of Azerbaijan for the gracious hospitality extended to him and his delegation during his recent visit to Lachin, Azerbaijan, from May 27-29.
The Prime Minister also thanked President Ilham on Azerbaijan’s steadfast support extended to Pakistan during the recent conflict with India.
He said that Pakistan had also extended consistent support to Azerbaijan in challenging times.
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The two leaders agreed to enhance their cooperation in the fields of trade and investment while expressing satisfaction over the progress made regarding the investment prospects.
Both leaders reiterated their resolve to strengthen the economic partnership, especially Azerbaijan’s investment in Pakistan.
The PM reaffirmed that the recent interactions between the leadership of both countries had helped in making the relationship ever stronger.
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The Prime Minister reiterated his invitation to President Ilham to visit Pakistan at his earliest convenience.
Sohail Majeed
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