PM Shehbaz Sharif, Croatian FM Discuss Ways to Deepen Bilateral Relations
Islamabad, July 9: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Croatia as he held a meeting with Croatian Minister for Foreign and European Affairs, Dr. Gordan Grlić Radman, at the Prime Minister House in Islamabad.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Foreign Secretary Ambassador Amna Baloch also attended the meeting.
Welcoming the Croatian foreign minister and his delegation, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan enjoys warm and friendly relations with Croatia, founded on mutual respect, goodwill and shared interests. He emphasized the importance of expanding cooperation in key sectors, including trade and investment, information technology, connectivity, agriculture, tourism and skilled manpower.
The prime minister conveyed his warm greetings and best wishes to Croatian President Zoran Milanović and Prime Minister Andrej Plenković, and extended an invitation to both leaders to undertake official visits to Pakistan at their convenience.
Expressing appreciation for the warm hospitality, Croatian Foreign Minister Dr. Gordan Grlić Radman said he was honoured to visit Islamabad. He congratulated Pakistan and its leadership for playing a constructive role in promoting regional peace and stability.
The Croatian foreign minister also reaffirmed his government’s commitment to deepening bilateral ties and enhancing cooperation with Pakistan across areas of mutual interest.
