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ISLAMABAD (AIA) Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar has reaffirmed full support for ASEAN’s continued efforts to promote regional peace, stability, prosperity and sustainable development. In a message on the occasion of the fifty-ninth anniversary of ASEAN today, he said Pakistan remains committed to working closely with ASEAN in advancing a shared vision of a peaceful, prosperous and integrated region. Extending felicitations on behalf of the Government and people of Pakistan, Ishaq Dar also congratulated Secretary-General of ASEAN Dr. Kao Kim Hourn on his steadfast efforts in advancing ASEAN’s vision of regional cooperation, resilience and prosperity.

The Deputy Prime Minister said Pakistan’s relations with ASEAN are anchored in a shared commitment to the principles of mutual respect, non-interference, and constructive engagement. Ishaq Dar said Pakistan is committed to further deepening cooperation with ASEAN in areas of mutual interest, including trade, investment, education, culture and people-to-people exchanges.