Sept 28 , 2015
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PM proposes strategic dialogue with S Korea
Nawaz says power generation is a priority for Pakistan, seeks greater participation by Korean companies in this regard
APPNEW YORK - Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Sunday proposed initiation of a strategic dialogue and a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with South Korea, with an objective to translate the ties between the two countries into a meaningful relationship.
The prime minister met South Korea President Park Geun-hye, here at the UN headquarters on the sidelines of the 70th Session of the UN General Assembly. The two leaders affirmed the resolve to boost trade ties between their countries. In this regard, the prime minister also proposed an FTA with South Korea. He said his country would welcome further investment by South Korea.
He said power generation was a priority for Pakistan and sought greater participation by the Korean companies in this regard. The Korean president also proposed holding of a dialogue to explore ways to identify new economic opportunities between the two countries. The two leaders also discussed the current situation in Afghanistan. President Geun-hye appreciated Pakistan’s efforts to bring peace to Afghanistan. He also accepted an invitation by PM Nawaz to visit Pakistan.
Courtesy www.dailytimes.com.pk