Pakistan resolves to intensify cooperation with ASEAN

ISLAMABAD, Dec 09 (NNI): Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Friday held a meeting with President of Singapore Halimah Yacob and exchanged views on enhancing mutual cooperation.
During his meeting with the Singaporean president, Foreign Minister Bilawal discussed matters relating to enhanced engagement and mutually beneficial cooperation.
The foreign minister also expressed Pakistan’s desire to intensify cooperation with ASEAN. Earlier, Foreign Minister Bilawal also met with his Singaporean counterpart Vivian Balakrishnan. The two leaders reviewed the state of bilateral relations and agreed to enhance bilateral engagements and cooperation. They also expressed support for the ASEAN-led processes in Asia Pacific.
Bilawal on Wednesday embarked on a two-day visit to Indonesia and Singapore to hold meetings with his counterparts and attend international events. In Bali, Indonesia, the foreign minister held a bilateral meeting with Indonesian Foreign Minister Retno Marsudi. He also participated in two multilateral events including 15th Bali Democracy Forum and an international conference on Afghan women’s education. NNI