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LAHORE, Jan 21 (APP):Founder Chairman US-Pak Business Council and former president SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry Iftikhar Ali Malik on Tuesday congratulated Donald Trump for second time taking oath as a president of the United States.
In a statement issued here, he hoped that the new administration would focus on further
strengthening bilateral ties and economic cooperation between the United States and Pakistan.
He emphasised the need for uninterrupted direct market access for Pakistani products in the United States at zero duty.
He highlighted Pakistan’s pivotal role in combating terrorism and the immense sacrifices the country has made in the global war on terror. He urged new leadership to recognize these sacrifices by facilitating favorable trade policies for Pakistan.
“Pakistan has been a front line state in the fight against terrorism, and its sacrifices must not go unnoticed,” he remarked. He underscored that providing duty-free access to Pakistani goods would not only boost Pakistan’s economy but also help foster goodwill and further solidify the longstanding partnership.
He also called for enhancing cooperation exploring opportunities to deepen trade relations in various sectors, including foreign direct investment in transfer of technology.
He reiterated that economic stability is crucial for regional peace and urged the new administration to play a proactive role in promoting prosperity and development in South Asia especially on top priority
in Pakistan.