Pakistan keen in expanding economic relations with Rwanda: Rana Ihsan Afzal Khan

ISLAMABAD ( WNAM REPORT ):  Rana Ihsaan Afzal Khan, Coordinator to the Prime Minister on Commerce, held a meeting with H.E. Harerimana Fatou, High Commissioner of the Republic of Rwanda to Pakistan, who was accompanied by Col. Shyaka K. Ismail, Defence Attaché. The meeting focused on matters of mutual interest and opportunities to strengthen bilateral economic engagement between Pakistan and Rwanda.
During the meeting, discussions were held on enhancing bilateral trade and promoting greater interaction between the business communities of the two countries. The participants emphasized the importance of business-to-business (B2B) engagement in identifying new opportunities for trade, investment, and commercial cooperation.
The Coordinator highlighted Pakistan’s interest in expanding economic relations with Rwanda and underscored the importance of strengthening institutional and commercial linkages. The discussion also covered prospects for advancing economic cooperation with the East African Community (EAC), including progress on a potential agreement aimed at facilitating trade and improving market access. Both sides recognized the significant potential for deeper economic engagement between Pakistan and the East African region.
Matters related to trade facilitation were also discussed, including the exchange of information on banking channels and financial mechanisms that could support smoother commercial transactions and encourage greater participation of businesses from both countries.
The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views on a range of issues and explore avenues for closer cooperation in areas of shared interest. The participants expressed their desire to continue engagement and work towards strengthening economic ties through sustained dialogue and practical collaboration.
The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to further enhance bilateral relations and promote mutually beneficial economic cooperation between Pakistan and Rwanda.