Islamabad, JULY24: Ambassador of Federal Republic of Germany to Pakistan Alfred Grannas called on Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif here on Wednesday.
Growth in bilateral relations, including business, trade and technical education were discussed in the meeting.The CM reviewed possibilities of further cooperation in various sectors like health, education, renewable energy, vocational training, information technology and others in the meeting.
CM Maryam Nawaz appreciated Germany’s ongoing cooperation and investment in development sectors of Punjab, and assured German investors and businessmen of full support in providing help and facilities they needed. She said that Germany was a global leader in renewable energy, and had served humanity by taking environment-friendly measures. She added, “We are also starting a solarization project to provide clean and green energy to the citizens of Punjab. We want to equip youth with the skills needed by the job market.”
The CM commended the prompt response of German authorities against the miscreants who attacked Pakistani embassy in Germany, and said, “It is hoped that the people involved in the incident will be brought to justice and such incidents will not happen in the future.”
Alfred Grannas reiterated Germany’s commitment to strengthen mutual relations with Punjab, and appreciated the efforts of Punjab government in creating a favourable environment for foreign investment in the province. He agreed to continue mutual cooperation for achieving sustainable development goals and promoting innovation and technological progress.Senator Pervaiz Rashid and other officials were also present in the meeting.
