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Pakistan’s Envoy Meets Lawmakers to Boost US-Pak Bilateral Ties

Pakistan's Ambassador to the US discusses strengthening US-Pak bilateral ties, regional security, and trade with lawmakers. [Image via APP]

Pakistan’s Ambassador to the US, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, had separate meetings with two American lawmakers on Monday. He discussed ways to strengthen US-Pak relations, said a Pakistani embassy press release.

With Congressman Tom Kean, a Republican from New Jersey, the Pakistani envoy, besides US-Pak bilateral ties, had discussion on promoting regional security, and enhancing trade & investment links.

He said that shared values and interests lend a strong foundation to Pak-US partnership. They also explored deepening collaboration with New Jersey, particularly in pharmaceuticals and IT.

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With Congressman Kevin Kiley, a Republican from California and a rising leader in Congress, Ambassador Sheikh discussed strengthening US-Pak bilateral ties, reinforcing the two countries’ shared values, and building a prosperous future together.

They also exchanged views on enhancing collaboration with California on trade, investment, IT, and agriculture., the press release said.

This news is sourced from APP and is intended for informational purposes only.

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