ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Germany have agreed to expand bilateral trade and investment, emphasising the pivotal role of the GSP Plus framework in facilitating Pakistan’s access to European markets while resolving export-related challenges.
In a meeting of the Pakistan-Germany Parliamentary Friendship Group, both sides reviewed strategies to overcome regulatory bottlenecks and accelerate commercial ties. Beyond economic cooperation, the discussions paved the way for broader academic collaboration, student scholarships, and cultural exchanges, alongside a mutual commitment to advancing women’s empowerment and entrepreneurship.
Convener of the Group and Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah, led the Pakistani side while the German Ambassador represented his country. The meeting was attended by MNAs Mohammad Ilyas Choudhary, Mohammad Riaz Fatyana, Dr Shahida Rehmani and Ms Natasha Daultana.
The deputy speaker reaffirmed the longstanding friendly relations between Pakistan and Germany, highlighting the significance of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2026.
He emphasised strengthening parliamentary exchanges and expressed hope for the establishment of a counterpart Friendship Group in the German Bundestag.
The ambassador appreciated Pakistan’s commitment to parliamentary diplomacy and reaffirmed Germany’s cooperation in development, climate change, renewable energy, vocational training and skills development.
Published in Dawn, October 29th, 2026
