Pakistan Seeks to Deepen Cooperative Partnership with EU, Says PM Shehbaz
— March 14, 2025
ISLAMABAD (AIA) Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with the European Union (EU), with a particular focus on continuing the GSP Plus scheme.
He made these remarks during a meeting with EU Ambassador Dr. Riina Kionka, who paid a courtesy call on him in Islamabad on Friday.
The prime minister highlighted the mutual benefits of the GSP Plus scheme since its inception and expressed satisfaction with the positive momentum in Pakistan-EU relations.
During the meeting, both sides discussed various aspects of bilateral ties, including human rights and economic cooperation. The prime minister welcomed the upcoming first-ever Pakistan-EU High-Level Business Forum, set to take place in Islamabad this May, and assured the ambassador of Pakistan’s full support to ensure its success.
Sharif also expressed gratitude to the EU ambassador for her condolences following the recent terrorist attack on the Jaffar Express in Balochistan, reiterating Pakistan’s unwavering resolve to eliminate terrorism.
Ambassador Kionka briefed the prime minister on recent visits by EU delegations to Pakistan and shared details of future engagements aimed at further strengthening bilateral relations.