increasing bilateral relations in the fields of textile, agricultural equipment, heavy machinery, pharmaceuticals, dairy products and transport and hoped that signing of a number of MoUs tomorrow would provide a solid foundation for bilateral future cooperation in diverse areas between the two countries. He also called for encouraging contacts between parliamentarians of both countries as this would further the cordiality and friendship between the two countries.
The president said that Pakistan had been the worst victim of terrorism and has immensely suffered human and material losses in violent terrorist attacks. He emphasized that Pakistan was committed to root out the scourge of terrorism from its soil, adding the entire nation was united in this resolve. He further said that the ongoing military operation “Zarb-e-Azb” is against all terrorists and it would continue till the menace of terrorism and extremism was eliminated. He also extended his deepest condolences on the sad demise of the mother of President Alexander Lukashenko.
Speaking on the occasion, president of Belarus said that Pakistan was not responsible for spread of terrorism in the world and alleging Pakistan in this regard was a misperception. He stated that his country was also keen to expand cooperation and partnership with Pakistan in all areas of mutual interest for further cementing the bilateral ties.
President Alexander Lukashenko offered to provide assistance in procuring land and construction of Pakistani embassy in Belarus. He also extended an invitation to President Mamnoon Hussain to visit Belarus. President Mamnoon Hussain accepted the invitation to visit Belarus at the earliest convenience.
Earlier, upon arrival, President Alexander Lukashenko was warmly received by President Mamnoon Hussain at Aiwan-e-Sadr. Children attired in traditional costumes also presented bouquets to the visiting dignitary.Later, President Mamnoon Hussain hosted a state banquet in the honour of his Belarusian counterpart.