Islamabad (TDI): The ambassador of Syria to Pakistan, Dr. Ramez Alraee, called on Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, at the Finance Division.
During the meeting, both sides discussed matters of mutual interest, with a focus on further strengthening the longstanding fraternal ties between Pakistan and Syria and exploring avenues for enhanced bilateral cooperation.
Welcoming the Ambassador, the Finance Minister appreciated the improving situation in Syria and the gradual return to normalcy.
He expressed hope that the removal of sanctions by the United States would help Syria reintegrate into the international system and open up opportunities for investment and bilateral trade.
He assured the Ambassador of Pakistan’s full support to Syria in every possible way, noting that the people of both countries share deep bonds of affection and empathy.
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Ambassador Alraee said that having served in Pakistan for almost three years, he considers Pakistan his second home and saw himself as not only Syria’s Ambassador to Pakistan but also a well-wisher of the country.
He thanked Pakistan for extending full political and diplomatic support to Syria following the recent Israeli aggression, also recalling in particular the humanitarian aid sent by Pakistan after the devastating 2023 Turkey–Syria earthquake.
Ambassador Alraee reaffirmed his commitment to promoting bilateral trade and commerce between the two countries and emphasized the importance of facilitating exchanges of official and business delegations to further strengthen economic and people-to-people ties.
Both sides reiterated resolve to deepen friendly relations between Pakistan and Syria and to work together in mutually beneficial ways.
Sohail Majeed
Sohail Majeed is a Special Correspondent at The Diplomatic Insight. He has twelve plus years of experience in journalism & reporting. He covers International Affairs, Diplomacy, UN, Sports, Climate Change, Economy, Technology, and Health.
