FM, EU Representative discuss ties, human rights violations in Kashmir

Islamabad: Minister for Foreign Affairs Shah Mehmood Qureshi held a meeting with Special Representative of European Union for Human Rights Eamon Gilmore Monday here and discussed matters of mutual interest.

The minister shed light on the importance of 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the European Union and Pakistan.

European Union was the largest trading and investment partner of Pakistan, he added.

Referring to the sixth round of strategic dialogue of Pakistan and the European Union in Brussels, he said Pakistan was determined to promote cooperation in important fields including climate change and environment during its strategic engagement.

He said the government’s agenda to create jobs, empower women and pursue a social and economic plan was in line with the GSP Plus scheme.

Pakistan was determined to implement the 27 conventions related to GSP plus, he added.