A delegation of Sri Lanka Pakistan Friendship, Trade and
Investment Association met the High Commissioner of Pakistan, Dr. Shahid Ahmad
Hashmat at the High Commission premises, says a press release received here
today from Sri Lanka.
The Sri Lanka Pakistan
Friendship, Trade and Investment Association is one of the oldest Association
of Sri Lanka which was established in 1950. The Association has established
itself as a useful platform, dedicated to the promotion of relationship of
friendship between Pakistan and Sri Lanka.
President of the Association
Mr. Ifthikhar Aziz, briefed the High Commissioner about history and activities
of the Association including various social welfare and cultural activities under
the purview of the Association.
The High Commissioner lauded
the role of the Association. He underscored
that the Association has played an important role in bringing the people of
both countries together through various activities and exchanges, thus
contributing significantly towards the warm and multifaceted relations Pakistan
and Sri Lanka enjoy today, especially generous donation of Corneas to Pakistan.
He expressed the hope that the
Association will continue its positive role in fostering friendship between
citizens of the two countries. He assured that the High Commission of
Pakistan would continue to patronize and support the Association for future
endeavours.
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