Key Takeaways
- Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met with ADB officials.
- The partnership between Pakistan and the ADB spans six decades.
- Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to ongoing collaboration.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a productive meeting on Wednesday with senior officials from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), including Vice President Yingming Yang, Sector and Themes Vice President Fatima Yasmin, and other ADB representatives. The meeting focused on reaffirming the long-standing partnership between Pakistan and the ADB.
During the session, Dar highlighted the significance of this 60-year relationship, emphasizing its importance for Pakistan's development goals. He stated that the ADB’s support has been crucial in various sectors including infrastructure, education, and health over the decades.
Yingming Yang expressed appreciation for the ongoing collaboration between Pakistan and the ADB. She noted that the partnership has enabled significant progress in areas such as poverty reduction and economic growth. Yang added, “We are committed to continuing our support for Pakistan’s development agenda.”
Fatima Yasmin underscored the importance of aligning future projects with national priorities. She mentioned ongoing initiatives aimed at enhancing regional connectivity and promoting sustainable development.
The meeting also included discussions on upcoming projects and potential areas for collaboration. Nashita Mohsin, Executive Director for Pakistan at ADB, highlighted specific sectors where joint efforts could yield substantial benefits. These include renewable energy, digital infrastructure, and social protection programs.
Both Dar and the ADB officials expressed optimism about the future of their partnership. Dar concluded by stating that the ADB’s continued support would be vital in achieving Pakistan’s development objectives. He emphasized the need for sustained engagement to address current challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
The meeting was seen as a reaffirmation of the strong bond between Pakistan and the ADB, with both sides committed to working together towards shared goals.
We are committed to continuing our support for Pakistan’s development agenda.
Yingming Yang, ADB Vice President (South, Central and West Asia)
The ADB’s continued support would be vital in achieving Pakistan’s development objectives.
Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister
