Dar, Venezuelan FM emphasise 'considerable potential' for enhancing economic collaboration

Pakistan and Venezuela are exploring avenues to significantly boost their economic collaboration, with both nations emphasizing the "considerable potential" for growth. The discussion took place during a phone call between Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Venezuela's newly appointed Foreign Minister Felix Plasencia.

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considerable potential

The two leaders reviewed the "longstanding friendly relations" between their countries and pledged to further strengthen bilateral ties. Their conversation focused on expanding cooperation in key areas such as trade, investment, business, agriculture, and information technology. Both sides recognized the importance of sustained high-level engagement to revitalize relations and deepen cooperation for their mutual benefit.

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longstanding friendly relations

During the call, Dar also extended Pakistan's "heartfelt condolences" to Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes that recently struck the country. He reaffirmed Pakistan's "unwavering solidarity" with Venezuela during this difficult time and expressed confidence in the nation's resilience and recovery. Foreign Minister Plasencia thanked Dar for Pakistan's message of sympathy and solidarity, acknowledging the importance of mutual support in times of need.

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Both sides underscored the considerable potential for enhancing economic collaboration and fostering stronger people-to-people contacts for the mutual benefit of the two countries

Plasencia also commended Pakistan's role in promoting regional dialogue and de-escalation, particularly concerning the situation between the US and Iran. He praised Pakistan's commitment to peace and diplomacy.

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reinvigorate bilateral relations and further deepen cooperation