The understanding was reached during a meeting between Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal and Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region John Lee Ka-chiu in Hong Kong.

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral trade and economic relations and expanding cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

John Lee appreciated Jam Kamal’s address at the Belt and Road Summit, particularly his emphasis on international cooperation, regional connectivity and shared economic prosperity.

The commerce minister reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to its historic relationship with China and highlighted the importance Islamabad attaches to expanding its trade and economic partnership with Hong Kong.

The two sides agreed to continue efforts to strengthen bilateral cooperation and identify new opportunities for mutually beneficial economic engagement.