ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi reiterated Pakistan's strong desire to further enhance strategic partnership with Malaysia and deepen bilateral cooperation in the fields of economy, trade, and investment.

The Foreign Office said that Foreign Minister Qureshi held a telephone call with his Malaysian counterpart Dato Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein on Friday. Foreign Minister Qureshi reiterated Pakistan's strong desire to further enhance the strategic partnership with Malaysia, and deepen bilateral cooperation in the fields of economy, trade, investment, education, science and technology, and people-to-people contacts.

The two foreign ministers reaffirmed the excellent ties between Pakistan and Malaysia, and emphasized the importance of close cooperation to overcome challenges brought by the Covid-19. Foreign Minister Qureshi appreciated efforts of the Malaysian government in ensuring the well-being of the Pakistani community residing in Malaysia.

The Foreign Minister also assured that Malaysian nationals in Pakistan would be extended all possible assistance by the Pakistani authorities.

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