President Asif Ali Zardari met German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier during his visit to Germany on Friday. Both leaders agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation and expand their countries’ partnership across several key sectors.
The meeting began with a one-on-one discussion before both sides held delegation-level talks. Zardari invited Steinmeier to visit Pakistan to strengthen diplomatic engagement. The leaders discussed economic and trade relations, emerging technologies, climate change, skills development and people-to-people contacts.
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Zardari said Pakistan highly values Germany as an important European partner. He expressed Pakistan’s desire to expand cooperation in scientific development, healthcare, education and trade. Both countries explored opportunities to deepen collaboration in these areas.
The Pakistani president also thanked Germany for recognising Pakistan’s mediation efforts in the conflict involving the United States and Iran. He said Pakistan supports dialogue to promote regional and international peace and stability. The discussion highlighted diplomacy as an important means of addressing international disputes.
Steinmeier welcomed Zardari’s visit as Pakistan and Germany marked the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations. He expressed hope that both countries would intensify cooperation in education and trade. The German president also appreciated Pakistan’s diplomatic role in addressing regional and international conflicts.
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The two presidents also discussed challenges related to Afghanistan. Their talks covered shared concerns and opportunities for stronger engagement between the countries. Both sides emphasised expanding cooperation through dialogue and practical initiatives.
The meeting reflected efforts to strengthen Pakistan-Germany relations through economic, educational and technological partnerships. Climate change, professional skills and public engagement also featured in discussions. Zardari’s invitation to Steinmeier highlighted the importance both countries place on continued diplomatic contact.