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PM calls for enhanced trade between Pakistan and Kazakhstan

By APP
December 13, 2017

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi on Tuesday reiterated Pakistan’s strong commitment to cooperation with Kazakhstan in energy sector, regional connectivity and human resource development.

He also underscored the need for enhancing trade between the two countries, which was much less than the potential.

The prime minister was talking to Bakhitbek Shabarbayev, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Pakistan, who paid a farewell call on him here at the PM Office. He appreciated the outgoing ambassador for his efforts and contributions towards further strengthening the existing cordial and brotherly relationship between the two countries. The prime minister conveyed good wishes for President Nursultan Nazarbayev and the people of Kazakhstan on behalf of the government and people of Pakistan.

Bakhitbek Shabarbayev thanked the Prime Minister for the warmth and hospitality extended to him during his stay in Pakistan.