Pakistan Committed to Strengthening Ties with US: Gilani

Lahore: Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening its longstanding relationship with the United States. He expressed these views during his meeting with the United States Consul General Stetson Sanders in Lahore today. Both exchanged views on matters relating to Pakistan-US relations in trade and investment besides regional peace and security.

According to Radio Pakistan, the Chairman Senate appreciated the confidence reposed by President Donald Trump and his Administration in Pakistan’s constructive role for regional peace and diplomacy. He emphasized the need to further expand cooperation in trade, investment, Information Technology, energy, minerals, health, education, and agriculture sectors.

Expressing concern over India’s unilateral actions regarding the Indus Waters Treaty, Chairman Senate called upon the international community to support for restoration of treaty obligations and adherence to international law.