ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the European Union have agreed to bolster their cooperation in security, counter-terrorism, and regional affairs. This decision emerged from a meeting held in Islamabad, involving Pakistan’s Minister of State for Law and Justice Barrister Aqeel Malik, Konrad Duda, Policy Officer for Pakistan at the European External Action Service, and Piotr Buszta, Head of the Political, Trade and Communication Section at the European Union Delegation to Pakistan.

According to Radio Pakistan, the discussions during the meeting covered a range of topics, including regional developments, Pakistan’s role in facilitating peace and dialogue in the Middle East, and issues concerning the European Union’s Generalized Scheme of Preferences Plus framework. Barrister Aqeel Malik emphasized the importance of ongoing engagement and dialogue to advance shared interests, promote regional peace, and enhance bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and the EU.

Both parties reiterated the significance of continued collaboration on mutual concerns, underscoring the value of Pakistan-EU relations and their joint commitment to peace, security, and development.