ISLAMABAD: Minister for Overseas Pakistanis and Human Resource Development Sajid Hussain Turi and Portuguese Secretary of State for Labour Miguel Fontes and President of Public Works Department IEFP Domingo Lopes discussed bilateral relations, facilitation of immigration process and issues of mutual interest in Portugal.

A detailed discussion was held on process of further enhancing cooperation between Portugal and Pakistan in human resources and labour exchange programmes, an official statement issued here said. Turi emphasised on increasing cooperation between two countries in field of human resources as that can benefit both sides. He expressed that Pakistan is proud of its cordial and friendly relations with Portugal.

Minister said sole reason of his presence in Portugal is to create opportunities for skilled and hardworking Pakistanis to work in Portugal. He elaborated that Portuguese companies can hire Pakistani IT experts and skilled workers. Pakistan is willing to assist Portugal by proving man power in various fields. He said proposed draft on Labour Mobility Partnership should be signed soon. Agreement on Labour Mobility Partnership will provide legal framework for increasing cooperation between two countries. Turi said both countries are working on student exchange programmes. Minister said he is elated that Pakistani students can get chance to study in Portugal. Pakistan and Portuguese must work to expedite process of immigration and visa acquisition. Minister said he is delighted to visit beautiful country of Portugal.

Published in The Daily National Courier, November, 19 2022

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