ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi called for further cementing brotherly relations between Pakistan and Turkiye by bringing trade volume at par with excellent bilateral ties. 

Talking to Pakistan’s Ambassador-designate to Turkiye, Dr Yousaf Junaid who called on him at Aiwan-e-Sadr President congratulated Ambassador-designate on his appointment and said that Pakistan remained committed to furthering bilateral trade and investment ties with Turkiye. 

He recalled that signing of Trade in Goods Agreement would pave way for achieving bilateral trade target of $ 5 billion in medium term. Pakistan enjoys excellent relations with Turkiye which are described by expressions as ‘heart to heart’ and ‘two countries as one nation’.  In total, over 190 agreements/MoUs have been signed between two sides since establishment of relations. He acknowledged support of Turkiye to Pakistan’s efforts in countering Islamophobia in world, especially in India, where Muslims were being intimidated and harassed on daily basis.

He expressed his gratitude for Turkiye’s support to Pakistan on Jammu and Kashmir dispute and asked Ambassador-designate to convey sentiments to Turkish side. President assured Ambassador-designate that Pakistan remained committed to supporting Turkiye on its core issues. 

Published in The Daily National Courier, September, 21 2022

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