ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening its longstanding and brotherly relations with Sudan, expressing hope that the African country would overcome its ongoing crisis and emerge as a peaceful, stable and prosperous nation.
The prime minister made these remarks during a meeting with Sudanese Interior Minister Lieutenant General Babiker Samra Mustafa Ali, who called on him in Islamabad.
Welcoming the visiting minister, Sharif said Pakistan attached great importance to its relations with Sudan and sought to expand bilateral cooperation, particularly in trade and investment.
He said there were significant opportunities to enhance cooperation in several sectors, including agriculture, defence and education.
The prime minister also appreciated Sudan’s cooperation with Pakistan at multilateral forums, including the United Nations, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the Group of 77 (G-77).
For his part, the Sudanese interior minister thanked the prime minister and the government of Pakistan for the warm welcome and hospitality extended to him.
He also expressed gratitude for the humanitarian and medical assistance provided by the Pakistani government and people to Sudan amid its difficult circumstances.
The visiting minister appreciated Pakistan’s support at international forums for efforts to restore peace and security in Sudan. He also lauded Pakistan’s role in promoting regional peace and mediation efforts.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Minister of State for Interior Talal Chaudhry, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Tariq Fatemi and other senior government officials also attended the meeting.
