Ahsan Iqbal met with the Lebanese Ambassador to Pakistan, Abdulaziz Issa, to discuss methods for strengthening the diplomatic relationship between the two countries. The minister highlighted Pakistan's capacity to export pharmaceuticals, textiles, rice, cement, construction materials, and light engineering products to Lebanon.
To promote these industries, Iqbal suggested hosting Pakistani trade exhibitions in Lebanon and facilitating reciprocal business delegations. Education cooperation was another priority, with Iqbal proposing semester-long student exchange programmes between universities in both nations.
He further suggested a mutual recognition of academic credits and offered to facilitate engagement with Pakistan's Higher Education Commission. Sports were also included in the proposal, which included exchanges of football, basketball, and volleyball teams.
During the meeting, Abdulaziz Issa briefed the minister on the current situation in Lebanon, noting that conditions have improved in several areas. The ambassador expressed appreciation for Pakistan's role in promoting peace in the Middle East as both countries reaffirmed their commitment to bilateral engagement.
