ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to work closely with Italy to further cement bilateral ties.

Talking to Ambassador of Italy Marilina Armellin who paid courtesy call on him here, Prime Minister said Pakistan deeply values its multifaceted relations with Italy spanning over many decades, which had always been marked by goodwill and trust. He said that two sides also shared similar views on number of important regional and global issues.

Emphasising importance of high-level exchanges, he extended 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 EU.

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

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