ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Bahrain held delegation-level talks in Islamabad on Tuesday, during which the two sides agreed to enhance cooperation in different sectors to strengthen the existing bonds of friendship.
The King of Bahrain Shaikh Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa led the delegation of Bahrain while Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif led the Pakistani delegation.
During the talks, the two countries agreed for establishment of joint ministerial commission, promotion and protection of investments and cooperation between the interior ministries of the two countries, food security, energy and aviation services.
Meanwhile, Pakistan and Bahrain signed six agreements and memorandums of understanding for cooperation in different sectors which include establishment of joint ministerial commission, promotion and protection of investment, cooperation between interior ministries of both the countries and cooperation in food security, energy and aviation services.
The prime minister and the King of Bahrain also witnessed the signing ceremony while the federal ministers, Punjab chief minister Shahbaz Sharif and services chiefs were also present on the occasion.
Earlier in the day, the King of Bahrain accompanied by a high-level delegation including members of cabinet, government officials and important businessmen arrived in Islamabad on a three-day official visit to Pakistan.
During his stay, the King of Bahrain will hold talks with President Mamnoon Hussain and the prime minister on bilateral relations and matters of regional and international importance.
