At the
beginning of the meeting, the Prime Minister referred to the cordial and
friendly relations that have existed between the two countries over time. The
Prime Minister of Nepal warmly reciprocated the sentiments of the Prime
Minister, says a press release received from New York here today.
Prime Minister
Shahid Khaqan Abbasi reiterated the invitation to the Prime Minister of Nepal
to visit Pakistan, at his convenience. Prime Minister of Nepal also extended an
invitation to Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi to visit Nepal at his
convenience.
Prime Minister
Shahid Khaqan Abbasi expressed solidarity with the government and people of
Nepal affected by the recent flooding and landslides, and said that Pakistan is
providing financial assistance to Nepal to address the impact of the natural
disaster.
Prime Minister
Sher Bahadur Deuba underscored Nepalese commitment to make SAARC a constructive
forum for the region and to support Pakistan for the holding of the next SAARC
Summit in Islamabad. Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi thanked the Prime
Minister for this support and reiterated Pakistan's commitment to make SAARC a
successful forum for the benefit of the people of the region.
Both the
leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further expand bilateral cooperation
especially in the fields of trade and tourism.
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