Staff Reporter
ISLAMABAD,:Chairman Senate of Pakistan, Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani, met with the Chairman of the Consultative Council of Bahrain on the sidelines of the 150th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.The meeting reaffirmed the enduring brotherly ties and mutual commitment to strengthening bilateral and parliamentary relations between Pakistan and Bahrain, said a news release received here.
Gilani extended warm wishes to King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa on behalf of the leadership and people of Pakistan, expressing appreciation for the longstanding historical, cultural, and religious bonds between the two nations.Discussions centered on enhancing parliamentary cooperation, economic engagement, and regional connectivity. Both sides acknowledged the need for regular parliamentary exchanges, collaboration through joint committees, and knowledge-sharing platforms to deepen institutional ties.The Chairman recalled his previous engagements with Bahraini leadership during his tenure as Prime Minister, which laid the foundation for ongoing collaboration in defence, trade, and labour sectors. He reiterated Pakistan’s readiness to strengthen strategic dialogue and cooperation across these fields.Highlighting economic diplomacy as a cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy, Chairman Gillani proposed the establishment of a Pakistan-Bahrain Joint Business Council, emphasizing opportunities in Special Economic Zones (SEZs), infrastructure, IT, and tourism. He also welcomed enhanced private-sector linkages to foster sustainable trade and investment partnerships.
