Pakistan, Kuwait to bolster defence, trade cooperation

AFP
NEW YORK: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met with Foreign Minister of Kuwait Abdullah Al-Yahya in New York.

The two leaders discussed ways to further strengthen Pakistan–Kuwait relations, with a focus on enhancing cooperation in trade, investment, energy, food security and defence.

They also discussed close collaboration at multilateral fora, including at the United Nations and OIC.

Both sides agreed to undertake high-level exchanges in the near future to deepen bilateral engagement.

Expressing deep concern at continuing Israeli acts of aggression against Palestinians and worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza, the two ministers underscored the urgent need for a just and lasting resolution.