Cyprus News Agency

Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand held meetings in Islamabad during the first bilateral visit to Pakistan by a Canadian foreign minister in nearly 20 years.

Anand planted a commemorative tree at the High Commission of Canada in Pakistan to symbolize the renewed engagement between the two countries and the growing ambitions for bilateral relations.

Noting that bilateral trade between Canada and Pakistan has grown in recent years and that Canada's commercial interests have expanded, Anand said there are new opportunities for cooperation in the areas of regional security and economic growth.

Anand also thanked the Canadian and local staff working to advance Canada's interests in Pakistan for their dedication and expertise.