PM Imran Khan to depart for Malaysia's state visit on November 20
- By Web Desk -
- Nov 13, 2018
ISLAMABAD: On a two-day official visit, Prime Minister Imran Khan will leave for Malaysia on November 20, ARY News reported.
The schedule has been prepared for the Premier’s first visit, according to which, PM Khan will stay in Malaysia for two days and will call on his Malaysian counterpart Mahatir Muhammed.
During his meeting with the Malaysian Prime Minister and other state officials, Khan will focus on the promotion of economic cooperation between the two sides.
As per sources, PM Khan is likely to receive a briefing on Malaysia’s model for fastest development. Moreover, discussion will be carried on how Pakistan can benefit from the experiences and exposure of Malaysia during its journey towards economic prosperity.
A high-level delegation comprising Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi, Information Minister Fawad Chaudhry and Trade Adviser Abdul Razzaq Dawood will accompany Premier Khan during his trip.
Earlier, PM Khan was scheduled to fly for Malaysia on October 28 which later got delayed.
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It is pertinent to mention here that PM Imran, in a recent telephone conversation with his Malaysian counterpart, appreciated the initiatives taken by Kuala Lumpur to ameliorate the economic scenario of the Southeast Asian country.
Imran Khan had also highlighted the need of delegations exchanges between the two countries and collaboration at an operational level to benefit from each other’s expertise.
Further, Imran Khan had invited the Malaysian Prime Minister to visit Pakistan. Prime Minister Mahathir had accepted and reciprocated the invitation to him for an early visit to Malaysia.