ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: The member of the British House of Lords Qurban Hussain on Thursday assured his continued support for Pakistan in the UK Parliament.
In a meeting with the Special Assistant to the Prime Minister on Foreign Affairs Syed Tariq Fatemi at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Islamabad, Lord Hussain acknowledged the positive impact of Pakistani government’s socio-economic policies.
During the meeting, they discussed ways to further expand cooperation between Pakistan and the United Kingdom in a number of important areas, especially trade, investment and people-to-people contacts.
The Special Assistant underscored the importance Pakistan attaches to its relations with the United Kingdom.
Tariq Fatemi highlighted the remarkable progress made by Pakistan during the last four years in counter-terrorism, economic development and democratic consolidation.
Fatemi briefed Lord Hussain on Pakistan’s efforts for regional peace and initiatives aimed at promoting regional connectivity. He also appreciated Lord Hussain’s support for Pakistan in the British Parliament, especially on the Jammu and Kashmir issue.
Lord Hussain acknowledged the sacrifices made by the people and government of Pakistan in their fight against terrorism.
The member of British House of Lords also appreciated the steps taken by the government for promoting the welfare of its people.