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Pak-US strategic dialogue successful: PM
ISLAMABAD: Expressing satisfaction over Pakistan-US strategic dialogue, Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilani said on Monday that Pakistan-US strategic dialogue indicated that the two countries were enjoying cordial relationship, which would further strengthen with the passage of time.He appreciated the US’s support to the democratic government and the assistance in various sectors, especially energy and infrastructure development.
The Premier expressed these views in a meeting with Ambassador of Pakistan to the US, Hussain Haqqani, who called on him here at PM Secretariat on Monday.
Prime Minister Gilani expressed satisfaction over the conclusion of the fifth Round of Strategic Dialogue and declared these productive, which would have far-reaching and positive results.
He specially mentioned the understanding between the two countries on the negotiation for acquisition of civil nuclear technology and said that it would help resolve the energy shortage faced by the country.
He added that the US eagerness to provide wide access to the Pakistani products to the American markets would also go a long way in translating the relationship into a long-term partnership.
The Prime Minister asked the Ambassador to develop closer coordination with the American leadership so that there might be complete harmony between the two countries regarding any matter.
He further asked him to facilitate the Pakistani community living in the US so as to help resolve their difficulties and assist them to focus on their jobs and businesses. Hussain Haqqani briefed the Prime Minister about the fifth Round of Pakistan-US Strategic Dialogue.
He informed that the US has agreed to further enhance its assistance to Pakistan to support programmes and projects in the priority areas of energy, food security and social sector development.
He apprised that the US has announced financial assistance for 18 projects in the energy sector in different parts of the country.
Courtesy www.Geo.tv