Islamabad: The Pakistan-Germany Parliamentary Friendship Group, led by Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah, met with the German Ambassador at the Parliament House in Islamabad to discuss enhancing parliamentary engagement and bilateral cooperation.

According to National Assembly of Pakistan, the meeting was attended by Members of the National Assembly Mohammad Ilyas Choudhary, Mohammad Riaz Fatyana, Dr. Shahida Rehmani, and Ms. Natasha Daultana. The Deputy Speaker underscored the importance of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Germany in 2026, advocating for stronger parliamentary exchanges and proposing the establishment of a counterpart friendship group in the German Bundestag.

The German Ambassador acknowledged Pakistan’s dedication to parliamentary diplomacy and reiterated Germany’s support in areas such as development, climate change, renewable energy, and vocational training. Both parties deliberated on expanding trade and investment, addressing export-related issues, and the role of GSP+ in enhancing Pakistan’s access to European markets. Additionally, they explored potential academic collaborations, scholarships, and initiatives for women’s empowerment and entrepreneurship.

The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to fortifying parliamentary connections and promoting cooperation in various sectors.