ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stressed enhanced cooperation between Pakistan and Egypt in field of economy and emphasised greater engagement at leadership level, people-to-people contacts, and increased institutional linkages.

According to PM Office, prime minister expressed these views in a meeting with Ambassador of Egypt Tarek Mohamed Dahroug that focused on further strengthening of Pakistan-Egypt relations and upcoming COP-27 in Egypt. Recalling his telephonic talk with President of Egypt Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, prime minister appreciated support and solidarity of Egypt in wake of climate-induced floods which caused devastation in Pakistan. He said Pakistan looked forward to active participation, including as co-chair of ‘High-level Roundtable on Climate Change and Sustainability of Vulnerable Communities’. Pakistan will also represent Group of 77 and China at COP-27.

Pakistan and Egypt enjoy close and cordial ties rooted in shared values and perceptions. Two countries closely collaborate bilaterally as well as on regional and global issues of mutual interest.

Published in The Daily National Courier, October, 28 2022

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