MALE: Pakistan and Maldives have agreed to increase bilateral cooperation in diverse fields.
Addressing a joint news conference in Male today along with Maldivian President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom, Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif said both countries are unanimous in combating common challenges.
He said both the countries are unanimous in enhancing cooperation in all areas including trade, education, defence, tourism, and people to people contacts.
The Prime Minister said both the countries share common vies to make SAARC a vibrant organization for regional development.
Nawaz Sharif expressed best wishes for the prosperity and development of the people of Maldives.
Earlier, Prime Minister Muhammad Nawaz Sharif arrived in Maldives on a three-day official visit to the country.
On arrival, he was received by Maldivian President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom and cabinet members.
Nawaz Sharif will be Chief Guest at the celebrations of 52nd Independence Day of Maldives being celebrated tomorrow.
Adviser on Foreign Affairs Sartaj Aziz is accompanying prime minister during the visit.