Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani calls on PM Shehbaz; both discuss about economic partnership

ISLAMABAD, Jan 27 (SABAH): Ambassador of the State of Qatar in Pakistan, Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Friday.

The ambassador shared a special good will message of the Amir of Qatar with the Prime Minister.

Prime Minister Mian Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif congratulated Qatar on hosting the most successful FIFA World Cup in history and noted with appreciation the important role played by Pakistani security forces for ensuring foolproof, unblemished and impeccable security at the event.

Recalling the long-standing and fraternal ties between the two countries, the Prime Minister underscored the importance of translating this relationship into concrete economic partnership.

Reiterating his resolve to work towards further expansion and diversifying of bilateral cooperation, the Prime Minister highlighted trade, investment, energy and manpower sectors in this regard.

Qatar is home to one of the large Pakistani diasporas in the Gulf Region. Pakistan and Qatar enjoy close, cordial ties resting on the firm foundation of shared faith and values. The two countries closely collaborate bilaterally, as well as on regional and global issues of mutual interest.