Pakistan, Belarus reaffirm commitment to further strengthen economic, trade ties

ASTANA (92 News) - Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held talks with Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko on the sidelines of the SCO Summit in Astana on Thursday.

A wide range of topics, including political relationship, trade and investment, military cooperation and regional issues, were discussed.

The prime minister congratulated President Lukashenko on Belarus' membership of the SCO underlining that this would further strengthen the organization.

The two leaders noted the positive growth in all aspects of Pakistan – Belarus relations over the past decade and reaffirmed commitment to further strengthen mutually beneficial cooperation and economic and trade relations.

He briefed on Pakistan's policy of economic revival through export-led growth, strengthening of public finances, and attracting investment from friendly countries.

They also discussed global and regional developments and reviewed progress on various aspects of work under the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). The PM shared Pakistan's efforts and desire for a peaceful and stable region.