Shehbaz discuss economic, global issues with Danish, Czech Republic PMs

Baku: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif stressed the need to expand economic ties with Denmark through collaborative partnerships.

He was taking to Danish Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, on the sidelines of the COP 29, in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Both the leaders discussed bilateral cooperation in politics, trade and investment, agriculture, information technology, and climate change with special emphasis on the areas of green transition and infrastructural development.

They also agreed on the need to enhance bilateral cooperation as well as build global consensus on the key climate change priorities so that the planet could be saved from the harmful impacts of climate change.

Referring to 75 years of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Denmark this year, the Danish Prime Minister conveyed her willingness to work with Pakistan to further bolster bilateral economic ties and address regional and global issues of common interest.

On the other hand, Shehbaz Sharif also talked to the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic Petr Fiala on the occasion of the Summit in Baku.

He said that collaboration with international partners including the Czech Republic is essential to effectively combat the impacts of climate change, promote green energy, and support sustainable development goals.

The Prime Minister stated that Pakistan despite being one of the countries most affected by climate change, remains committed to advancing environmental sustainability and climate resilience initiatives.

During the meeting, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif acknowledged the longstanding multifaceted relations between Pakistan and the Czech Republic, spanning both bilateral and multilateral spheres.

Both leaders explored opportunities for enhanced cooperation, particularly in the areas of economic development and addressing shared regional and global challenges. They underscored the importance of expanding trade and investment ties to benefit the economic growth and prosperity of both countries.

Shehbaz Sharif also highlighted Pakistan's strategic location and its potential as a gateway to Central Asia, inviting Czech businesses to explore investment opportunities in various sectors, including energy, technology, and manufacturing.

The Prime Minister emphasized that climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time, requiring a collective global response.