PR No.78 Islamabad, May 16, 2019

H.E. Mr. Manuel Duran Gimenez-Rico, Spanish Ambassador to Pakistan, accompanied by Spanish Football coach, called on Dr. Fehmida Mirza, Federal Minister for Inter Provincial Coordination, this afternoon. Secretary IPC and DG PSB also attended the meeting. Besides matters pertaining to mutual interest, prospects of enhancing cooperation in sports, particularly in Football were discussed. The Minister warmly welcomed the guests and said that Pakistan attached great importance to its relations with Spain. There is vast room for bilateral cooperation in multidimensional areas including Sports and Tourism. The Ambassador briefed the Minister on the sports policy, legislations, mechanism and infrastructure in Spain. He also expressed interest in enhancing cooperation in sports, particularly in Football. “The incumbent Government is keen to encourage sports at all levels and Spanish cooperation to train the trainers will be appreciated” she added. To start Football coaching for underprivileged sections of society, the Minister suggested to utilize the platform of Pakistan Sports Board. It was agreed to share proposals to enhance cooperation in sports. ***** ?

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