Islamabad: Pakistan and Lithuania conducted the eighth round of Bilateral Political Consultations virtually, with discussions encompassing political, trade, and multilateral cooperation. The meeting aimed to strengthen relations, focusing on trade and people-to-people exchanges.

According to Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Ayesha Ali led the Pakistani delegation, while Vice Minister Vidmantas Verbickas headed the Lithuanian side. Both parties reviewed and expressed satisfaction with the current state of bilateral relations. They emphasized increasing trade and economic ties, including enhancing business engagement and cooperation in IT and digital services.

Discussions also covered the facilitation of people-to-people contacts, addressing visa and consular matters, and promoting the mobility of professionals, students, and businesspersons. The dialogue extended to multilateral cooperation, where both sides acknowledged their ongoing coordination.

The Lithuanian delegation appreciated Pakistan’s role in fostering regional peace through dialogue and diplomacy. Both nations agreed to continue their engagement and coordination on shared interests, with the next consultation round scheduled for a future date.