Pakistan, Italy strengthen relations through parliamentary diplomacy, trade

September 25, 2025 (MLN): Pakistan and Italy reaffirmed their warm and cooperative relations during a high-level luncheon in Islamabad, with both sides emphasizing mutual respect, growing trade ties, and the importance of parliamentary exchanges in shaping an enduring partnerships.

The luncheon was hosted by Senator Sarmad Ali, Chairman of the Pakistan–Italy Parliamentary Friendship Group, in honor of the Italian Ambassador to Pakistan, Mrs. Marilina Armellin.

Chairman Senate, Syed Yousuf Raza Gillani, stressed that Italy remains one of Pakistan’s largest trading partners within the European Union (EU).

He stressed the importance of further strengthening economic and political linkages between the two countries, highlighting that the vibrant Pakistani diaspora in Italy serves as a vital bridge, contributing to closer cultural and economic ties.

Ambassador Marilina Armellin expressed appreciation for the work of the Parliamentary Friendship Groups in both Pakistan and Italy.

Conveying greetings from Ms. Sara Ferrari, Chairperson of the Italy–Pakistan Friendship Group in the Italian Parliament, she expressed hope that Ms. Ferrari would visit Pakistan soon.

She noted that Senate delegations, including Chairman Gillani, had already visited Italy twice over the past year, and voiced confidence that Italian parliamentarians would reciprocate with similar visits to deepen bilateral parliamentary diplomacy.

Senator Sarmad Ali, in his remarks, thanked Ambassador Armellin for her continued support and emphasized the importance of sustained parliamentary exchanges in strengthening cooperation.

He noted that active interaction between the two Friendship Groups will play a pivotal role in building long-term parliamentary diplomacy and consolidating Pakistan–Italy relations.

The luncheon was attended by several key figures, including Federal Law Minister Senator Azam Nazir Tarrar, Minister of State for Law Barrister Aqeel Malik, Member of the National Assembly (MNA) Syed Naveed Qamar, Senator Shahadat Awan, and Advisor to Chairman Senate & Ambassador ISC Misbah Khar.

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