Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad departs as Pakistan visit comes to an end

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Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad departs as Pakistan visit comes to an end

Dawn.com Published March 23, 2019

Malaysian PM Dr Mahathir interacts with PAF officers as Prime Minister Khan looks on. — PID

Malaysian PM Dr Mahathir receives a briefing on JF-17 Thunder jets. — PID

Malaysian PM Dr Mahathir examines the aircraft up close. —PID

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Malaysian Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad left for his homeland on Saturday, following the conclusion of his three-day visit of Pakistan.

Prime Minister Imran Khan accompanied the Malaysian premier to see him off. Prior to his departure, Mohammad was given a detailed briefing on JF-17 Thunder fighter jets and also shown the aircraft's cockpit and interior.

Earlier in the day, the Malaysian prime minister attended the Pakistan Day parade in Islamabad where he was the guest of honour.

Malaysia and Pakistan signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) for five "big projects" on Friday, Finance Minister Asad Umar had revealed during an informal discussion with journalists.

The finance minister had said Malaysia has shown interest in purchasing JF-17 Thunder fighter jets, halal meat and rice from Pakistan.

During his visit, Prime Minister Mohamad was also given Pakistan's highest civil award — Nishan-e-Pakistan — by President Dr Arif Alvi during a ceremony held at President House.

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Imtiaz Ali Khan

Mar 23, 2019 01:12pm

Love you so much Malaysia. Thank you Prime Minister of Malaysia Honorable Mahathir Mohamad. Prayers to our beloved Malaysian people from Pakistan. Malaysia Zindabad!

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Xenia

Mar 23, 2019 02:03pm

Mahathir the greatest leader of the world

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Mumbaikar

Mar 23, 2019 02:07pm

All the best Pakistan. Your grace and bravery is appreciated.

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Morad786

Mar 23, 2019 02:14pm

Pakistan Zindabad!!!

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Sameer

Mar 23, 2019 02:31pm

Dr. Mahathir. What a statesman! He gets briefing on the planes and a cool looking jacket!

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Omer (USA)

Mar 23, 2019 03:13pm

Pakistan Paindabad!

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Zak

Mar 23, 2019 04:37pm

Foundations of a strong relationship established with a south Asian country. Malaysia Zindabad

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Khan

Mar 23, 2019 04:38pm

A very welcoming visit, shows love and support for Pakistan. Sir our brothhood will be strengthen I coming days. The Muslims countries solidarity and support is the need of time and your leadership is examplary for all.

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Zak

Mar 23, 2019 04:45pm

Those who wanted to isolate us, got isolated themselves. Losers.

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Anti-Corruption_Pakistani

Mar 23, 2019 04:52pm

A good visit that consolidated brotherly relationship with Malaysia - this shows that if you have honest and dedicated leader, who is eager to dispel corruption, have vision and willing to work hard for his citizens then other countries will invest in Pakistan. (Gharib Awam ki Awaz).

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Dr Mahmood Ahmad

Mar 23, 2019 07:45pm

In 1992, when I worked in Malaysia, Dr Mohatir was PM and Imran Khan led us to victory in the World Cup.

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HonorBright

Mar 23, 2019 08:33pm

Looks like a successful visit. I am really getting impatient for a few more rich guests to come to Pakistan. Meanwhile we should look for a few more openings in places which have remained locked to us for long..

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Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmaod

Mar 23, 2019 08:34pm

Thanks for your latest visit to the "Land of the Pure."

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Junaid

Mar 23, 2019 08:48pm

As a PTI supporter I expected better governance domestically but internationally PTI is doing excellent job.

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El Cid

Mar 23, 2019 09:02pm

Excellent! Paks are known for their hospitality, warmth and welcome. Turks too, and Iranians. Blood brothers.

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Hafeez

Mar 23, 2019 09:20pm

Pakistan Malaysia friendship zindabad.

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Rani

Mar 23, 2019 10:38pm

Pakistan should start playing international role, reach out to more countries, establish trade, tourism, strong ties and build strong infrastructure

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Janikhel

Mar 24, 2019 09:29am

Pakistan would have to clean-up their act if they want any foreign participation or FDI to boost investment or joint-venture projects to become a partially developed country, we can NO longer rely on meat export, Kinno,rice or mangoes to earn foreign exchange, we have become a laughing stock of the international business community and righly so, we will have to stop talking and have action with our deeds, NOT empty talk?

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Top shata / don dada

Mar 24, 2019 04:40pm

Very much like his “PAF jacket “ awesome

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Aslam Saeed

Mar 24, 2019 09:43pm

First Saudia Arabia enjoyed a nice visit, now Malaysia, who will be next to visit Pakistan?

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Ali

Mar 24, 2019 11:07pm

Pakistan, stay determined and continue on the path of progress, regardless of what your naysayers and adversaries say. Our nation is raring to take its rightful place in global affairs.

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Rajesh

Mar 25, 2019 11:34am

@Dr Mahmood Ahmad, What are you desparately trying to say?

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Salman UK

Mar 25, 2019 12:34pm

Mahathir - great statesman and a great human being! Pakistan needs politicians like him.

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worth_commenting

Mar 25, 2019 01:43pm

@Mumbaikar, Thank you brother. We need more sane Indians like you so sense can prevail in the subcontinent. If you talk with love, believe me, millions of Pakistanis will reciprocate in the most welcoming way. Have a great day sir!

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