MANAMA: Bahrain and Pakistan yesterday pledged to bolster security and military co-operation to combat the scourge of terror. The two countries also agreed to boost the volume of trade exchanges and increase joint investment ventures. This came as His Royal Highness Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa held talks with his Pakistani counterpart Nawaz Sharif at Gudaibiya Palace. Oil and gas will remain a key focus area for both countries, said the two leaders, who also agreed on bolstering financial and banking co-operation. They hailed the positive outcome of His Majesty King Hamads visit to Pakistan, stressing the importance of implementing the signed deals on setting up a joint ministerial panel. The pivotal role of the private sector in building strong economic partnerships was also stressed. The two leaders agreed to co-ordinate regional and international action to fight terror as part of efforts to strengthen global security and stability. HRH the Premier underscored the importance of Prime Minister Sharifs visit as a catalyst which would bolster bilateral relations. He paid tribute to the Pakistani expatriate community for its crucial role in revitalising Bahrains economy and development march. The security of Bahrain and Pakistan is inseparable, said Prime Minister Sharif, paying tribute to HRH the Premier for his statesmanship and farsighted leadership. He invited HRH the Premier to visit Pakistan.
Posted on: Thu, 08 Jan 2015 05:07:59 +0000
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