APIA: Pakistan and New Zealand have agreed to explore opportunities for deepening ties in various areas of mutual benefit.
This decision was made during a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar and New Zealand’s Foreign Minister Winston Peters, held on the sidelines of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa.
Dar highlighted the significant potential for strengthening relations between the two countries. He expressed gratitude to New Zealand for its support of Pakistan’s initiatives at the United Nations, noting that both nations share a common legacy and ethos, with mutual interests in promoting effective multilateralism, democracy, and respect for human dignity.
Both ministers also underscored the importance of enhancing bilateral trade relations and expanding cooperation in trade, investment, education, and people-to-people connections.
