MIRPURKHAS, March 25: The Consul General of Switzerland, Martin Beinz, has stressed the need for stronger relations between his country and Pakistan.

Talking to journalists here on Monday, he said that Swiss government was investing over 400 million Swiss francs in different sectors, including medicines, chemical and food in Pakistan.

He said that the relations between Pakistan and Swiss government remained excellent since 1949 as Pakistan was given apriority by his government.

Earlier, speaking at a ceremony of Mirpurkhas special sports and welfare association, Mr Beinz said that he was impressed to see the spirit of the special persons and lauded the performance of the association.

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