RIYADH: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Sunday called on the Amir of Kuwait, His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Special Meeting in Riyadh and discussed with him issues of bilateral interest.
Premier Shehbaz Sharif thanked His Highness the Amir for sending him a warm congratulatory letter upon his re-election.
Congratulating His Highness Sheikh Meshal Al Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on assuming the role of Amir, the prime minister expressed his desire to work closely with His Highness to transform bilateral ties into a mutually beneficial economic partnership that would serve the best interests of the peoples of both countries. Pakistan and Kuwait had signed a number of MoUs and agreements to deepen cooperation in trade and investment in November 2023.
The PM assured the Kuwaiti leadership that these MoUs and agreements would be implemented in an efficient and timely manner.
In addition to bilateral ties, the regional situation, particularly with regards to the crisis in Gaza, was also discussed.
The Prime Minister reiterated his invitation to the Amir of Kuwait to undertake an official visit to Pakistan at his earliest convenience.
