ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the United States have agreed to continue working closely to strengthen bilateral relations particularly through enhanced trade.
The understanding came as Prime Minister Mohammad Shehbaz Sharif received a telephone call from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Prime Minister appreciated President Trump’s bold and decisive leadership that led to the ceasefire between Iran and Israel.
He also thanked the US Secretary of State Rubio for the key role played by the United States in the Pakistan-India ceasefire.
While exchanging views on the current situation in the Middle East, the Prime Minister said that Pakistan would continue to play a constructive role for bringing peace to the Middle East.
While appreciating these efforts, Secretary Rubio said the US would like to work with Pakistan for promoting peace and stability to the region.