Islamabad: A significant meeting took place at the Parliament House in Islamabad between Dr. Shahida Rehmani, the Convener of the Pakistan-Lithuania Parliamentary Friendship Group, and the Honorary Consul General of Lithuania in Pakistan. The discussion focused on strengthening bilateral ties, with emphasis on education, innovation, and parliamentary engagement.

Dr. Rehmani welcomed the Honorary Consul General and recognized Lithuania’s policies in gender inclusion and academic development. She expressed optimism that these engagements would enhance mutual understanding and foster long-term collaboration between the two nations.

The Honorary Consul General highlighted Lithuania’s advancements in biotechnology, fintech, and nanotechnology. He noted the country’s emphasis on higher education and innovation, citing Lithuania’s high global ranking in the graduate-to-population ratio. He expressed interest in establishing academic and professional linkages with Pakistan and pointed out the growth in Lithuania’s information technology sector, emphasizing opportunities for Pakistani professionals.

Both parties agreed on the importance of strengthening people-to-people contacts, promoting student exchange programs, and encouraging collaboration between academic and research institutions.

The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to advance bilateral ties and explore structured mechanisms to support sustained cooperation in mutually beneficial areas.