Report: FT Correspondent:
ISLAMABAD: Singapore's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad on Friday.
During the meeting, the Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to further strengthening its longstanding and friendly relations with Singapore, particularly as the two countries celebrate the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations this year.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif appreciated Singapore's remarkable economic transformation and achievements in innovation and development. He also highlighted the importance Pakistan attaches to its partnership with Singapore at bilateral and multilateral forums, particularly the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
The two sides discussed opportunities to enhance bilateral trade and investment and expand cooperation in key sectors, including the digital economy, fintech, infrastructure development, logistics, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and services.
They also explored new avenues for mutually beneficial economic cooperation and strengthening people-to-people contacts.
Both sides exchanged views on regional and international developments and reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining close engagement and cooperation at bilateral and multilateral forums.
