ISLAMABAD, Oct 19 (DNA): Pakistan and Lithuania on Monday held the eighth round of their Bilateral Political Consultations virtually, with both sides undertaking a comprehensive review of bilateral relations and reaffirming their commitment to deepening cooperation in trade, economic, and people-to-people ties.
The Pakistan delegation was led by Additional Secretary (Europe) Ambassador Ayesha Ali, while the Lithuanian side was headed by Vice Minister Vidmantas Verbickas, according to an official statement.
The two sides reviewed the full spectrum of bilateral relations, including political ties, trade and economic cooperation, people-to-people contacts, consular matters, and multilateral cooperation. They expressed satisfaction over the positive trajectory of bilateral relations and reiterated their resolve to further expand cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
Particular emphasis was placed on enhancing trade and economic relations, including greater business-to-business engagement and cooperation in the private sector, as well as in information technology and digital services. The two sides also discussed measures to facilitate people-to-people contacts, including visa and consular matters and the mobility of professionals, students, and businesspersons.
On multilateral cooperation, the two sides reviewed their close coordination and exchanged views on important regional and global developments. The Lithuanian side appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting regional peace and stability through dialogue and diplomacy.
Both sides agreed to maintain the momentum of bilateral engagement and to continue close coordination on matters of mutual interest. The next round of Pakistan-Lithuania Bilateral Political Consultations will be held on mutually agreed dates.
