Dr. Mahathir Mohamad receives red carpet welcome in Pakistan

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Dr Mahathir's Islamabad visit to breathe new life into Malaysia-Pakistan relations

(File pix) Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and his Pakistani counterpart, Imran Khan during the later’s two-day official visit to Malaysia last November. NSTP/MOHD FADLI HAMZAH

By ADHA GHAZALI - March 21, 2019 @ 7:00am

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s three-day official visit to Pakistan, which begins today, is set to breathe new life into Malaysia — Pakistan diplomatic relations which is entering its 62nd year.

Several issues of mutual interest are expected to be given particular attention, especially via the four-eyed meeting between Dr Mahathir and his Pakistani counterpart, Imran Khan.

Malaysian High Commissioner to Pakistan Ikram Mohammad Ibrahim said the prime minister had a packed schedule ahead, in particular on the final two days of his trip.

He said Dr Mahathir and Imran would chair a delegation meeting before issuing a joint statement.

“Malaysia and Pakistan will also host a meeting with captains of industry, in which both prime ministers will deliver their respective messages.

“The issues which will be touched on include efforts to strengthen bilateral relations in politics and security; economic cooperation, trade, investment and social development.

“Administrative aspects, as agreed upon in their meeting in Kuala Lumpur last November, are also expected to be on the cards, apart from anti-corruption issues.”

Ikram said, in terms of investment, the leaders would witness the exchange of memoranda of understanding between Malaysian and Pakistani telecommunication companies, as well as a symbolic launch of the Proton assembly plant in Sindh, Karachi.

“Two-way trade between Malaysia and Pakistan stood at US$$1.46 billion (RM5.92 billion) in 2018, an increase of 9.1 per cent from the US$1.34 billion recorded the year before.

“Malaysia is Pakistan’s third largest foreign investor, just behind China and the United Kingdom. Pakistani investment in Malaysia in 2018 stood at RM12.9 million.”

Ikram said Dr Mahathir’s visit to Islamabad was in his capacity as a guest of honour in conjunction with Pakistan’s National Day this Saturday.

“Dr Mahathir is also scheduled to receive the prestigious Nishan-e-Pakistan award, which will be presented by Pakistan President Dr Arif Ali.

“The Nishan-e-Pakistan is the highest of civil awards and decorations given by the Pakistani government, conferred for the merit and distinguished services to the country, international community, and foreign relations. Past recipients included Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

“This represents a huge honour for Malaysia,” he said.

 

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[Maarkhoor]

Jitnay marzi istaqbal kr lo inse paisa milney ki umeed nahien hai

 

[Hareeb]

Yoh are welcome Mr. Prime Minister.

 

[Imran Khan]

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Jitnay marzi istaqbal kr lo inse paisa milney ki umeed nahien hai

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Mahathir Mohamad receives red carpet welcome in Pakistan

Highlights

• PM Imran Khan received Mahathir Mohamad personally
• Mahathir was accorded 21-gun-salute upon his arrival in Pakistan

ISLAMABAD: Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad arrived in Islamabad on three-day official visit to Pakistan.

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Prime Minister of Malaysia Dr. Mahathir Mohamad arrived in Islamabad on a three-day visit to Pakistan.

He was warmly received by Prime Minister Imran Khan at the Nur Khan airbase.#PakistanWelcomesMahathir

11:16 AM - Mar 21, 2019

Mahathir Mohamad received a red carpet welcome at Nur Khan Airbase, where PM Imran Khan, Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi and other ministers and officials received him.

The Malaysian PM Mahathir was accorded 21-gun-salute upon his arrival in Islamabad.

Malaysian Prime Minister, Dr Mahathir Mohamad is visiting Pakistan at the invitation of Prime Minister Imran Khan.

The Malaysian Prime Minister will be accompanied by a high-level delegation including several leading businessmen.

During his stay, Dr. Mahathir Mohamad will be the Guest of Honour at the Pakistan Day Parade on 23rd March, Radio Pakistan reported.

Pakistan is expected to sign $900 million deals with the Malaysian investors during the visit of Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad.

Reuters quoted advisor to PM Imran Khan, Razzaq Dawood, reported that Memoranda of Understanding worth $800 to $900 million of investment would be signed with the Malaysian investors on Friday.

 

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I thought he will cancel his visit.

 

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Welcome to Pakistan.

 

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Welcome to our country,
He is one the few Great leaders of our time.

 

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Prominent Muslim Leader with focus on Education and Nation building. I would also highlight Saudia's Monrachy for their role for spreading free education