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PM vows to work closely with Italy to cement bilateral ties

Welcoming the Ambassador, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan deeply valued its multifaceted relations with Italy spanning over many decades, which had always been marked by goodwill and trust.

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PM vows to work closely with Italy to cement bilateral ties
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Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday reiterated commitment to work closely with Italy to further cement bilateral ties in the days ahead.

He was talking to the Ambassador of Italy Marilina Armellin who paid a courtesy call on him in Islamabad today.

Welcoming the Ambassador, the Prime Minister said Pakistan deeply valued its multifaceted relations with Italy spanning over many decades, which had always been marked by goodwill and trust.

He added that the two sides also shared similar views on a number of important regional and global issues.

Emphasizing the importance of high-level exchanges, the Prime Minister extended a cordial invitation to Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni to undertake an official visit to Pakistan.

He conveyed his appreciation for Prime Minister Meloni's policies at home and abroad that had made Italy an important member of the EU.

Expressing satisfaction over the positive trajectory of Pakistan-Italy bilateral relations, the Prime Minister urged the two sides to enhance cooperation in the fields of education, trade and investment, legal migration, as well as cultural exchanges.

He thanked Italy for hosting a large population of Pakistani diaspora who were acting as a bridge between both countries while also contributing to their economic growth.

The Ambassador thanked the Prime Minister for receiving her and assured him that Italy is keen to further enhance its ties with Pakistan.

The Ambassador said she would strive to promote stronger relations between the two countries.

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