DPM Dar underscores importance of continued diplomatic ties with global partners

ISLAMABAD, Oct 15 (APP): Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister (DPM/FM), Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Thursday underscored the importance of sustained diplomatic exchanges to maintain the positive momentum in Pakistan’s engagement with partner countries.

The deputy prime minister held a meeting here at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to review the outcomes of recent high-level visits and preparations for upcoming engagements, in line with the Prime Minister’s directives, a DPM’s Office news release said.

The discussions focused on advancing agreed initiatives and strengthening cooperation in trade, investment and other key areas.

DPM Dar directed the relevant ministries to maintain close coordination, pursue emerging economic opportunities and ensure timely implementation of agreed decisions.

The meeting was attended by the Ministers for National Food Security, Petroleum and Information Technology and Telecommunication, SAPM on Foreign Affairs, SAPM Tariq Bajwa, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Industries and Production, the Secretaries of Foreign Affairs, Commerce, Railways and Overseas Pakistanis, and senior officials from concerned ministries and departments.