Pak-Australia long-term relationship is based on strong foundations: Maryam Nawaz

LAHORE (92 News) - High Commissioner of Australia to Pakistan Neil Hawkins called on PML-N senior vice president Maryam Nawaz in Raiwind on Wednesday.

Matters of mutual interest were discussed in the meeting. Speaking on the occasion, Maryam Nawaz said that positive, constructive and close friendly relations between Pakistan and Australia are welcome.

She said that the government and people of Australia have sincerely supported Pakistan during natural disasters and every difficulty. "Pakistanis living in Australia are playing an important role in strengthening the friendship between the two countries. The long-term relationship between Pakistan and Australia is built on strong foundations," she added.

She said that Pakistan wants to further enhance relations with Australia in various fields, including trade, investment and education.

Maryam Nawaz Sharif thanked the Australian government for providing facilities to Pakistani students studying in Australia.

The Australian high commissioner thanked Maryam Nawaz and expressed best wishes to the party leadership.