French President Macron calls on Imran Khan

September 14, 2018 (MLN): France’s President Emmanuel Macron, in a congratulatory call to the PM, expressed the desire to cooperate in the fields of energy, water resources management, trade, and economy, besides working together on issues of mutual interest at the global level.

President Emmanuel Macron of France telephoned Prime Minister Imran Khan this evening to congratulate him on his party’s election victory and for assuming the office of Prime Minister.

President Macron stressed the importance of deepening bilateral political dialogue and appreciated Pakistan’s efforts in fighting terrorism, recognizing the “high price” paid by Pakistan in dealing with this menace. In this context, he condoled the July terrorist incidents in Pakistan.

According to the Ministry of Information, Prime Minister Imran Khan also expressed the desire for further developing bilateral relations with France into a mutually beneficial, broad-based and long-term partnership.

Prime Minister Khan added that trade and investment ties between Pakistan and France were growing and appreciated the presence of a large number of French companies in Pakistan. He invited more French investments into Pakistan.

Prime Minister Khan briefed the French President on the regional situation, especially the importance of a peaceful settlement in Afghanistan, and on the relations with India.

Prime Minister Khan also invited President Macron to visit Pakistan, which the French leader accepted.

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