Bilawal, Hungary FM discuss bilateral, European Union matters

Bilawal, Hungary FM discuss bilateral, European Union matters

ISLAMABAD, Sep 22 (APP): Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, in a meeting with his Hungarian counterpart Peter Szijjarto on the sidelines of 77th session of UNGA in New York, discussed regional and international issues of mutual interest

The foreign minister stated that Pakistan highly values its relations with Hungary, bilaterally as well as in the context of European Union. 

The exchange of views covered the entire spectrum of bilateral relations, including matters relating to political, economic and trade, culture, defence and people-to-people contacts.

The two sides also reviewed recent developments in bilateral relations and explored the way forward to enhance cooperation in diverse fields.

Focusing specifically on enhancing bilateral trade and economic ties, the Foreign Minister suggested that Hungary can take advantage of the investor friendly climate in Pakistan to enter into joint ventures with Pakistani companies especially in the Special Economic Zones.

By Shumaila Andleeb

Shumaila Andleeb; Senior Reporter at Associated Press of Pakistan; covering the beats of President, Prime Minister, Foreign Office, and Special Assignments.

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