Meeting with Chinese Consul General in Karachi
- Bilateral Relations and CPEC: Chinese Consul General Yan Yundong and Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon discussed the ideal friendship between Pakistan and China, focusing on bilateral relations, mutual interests, and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
- Ongoing and Future Projects: They addressed the Prime Minister’s recent visit to China and ongoing joint projects between the Sindh government and China, particularly emphasizing transport initiatives such as the Karachi Circular Railway.
- Significance of Sindh in CPEC: Yan Yundong highlighted Sindh’s significant role in the success of CPEC and praised the mass transit projects undertaken by the Sindh government.
- Investment and Manufacturing: Senior Minister Memon invited Chinese investment in Sindh, emphasizing the region’s potential for economic growth and the establishment of manufacturing plants, assuring full cooperation and protection of Chinese investors’ interests.
- Commendation of Efforts: Minister Memon praised the Chinese government’s efforts regarding the Karachi Circular Railway and mentioned that President Asif Ali Zardari is personally overseeing the project, ensuring the protection of Chinese citizens.
- Exchange of Gifts: Both officials exchanged cultural gifts, with Minister Memon presenting a Sindhi Ajrak and cap, and Consul General Yan Yundong reciprocating with a souvenir.
Meeting with Consul General of Qatar in Karachi
- Bilateral Relations and Cultural Harmony: Consul General of Qatar Nayef Shahein and Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon discussed the friendly relations between Pakistan and Qatar, mutual interests, and cultural harmony between the two countries.
- Hospitality of Sindh: Consul General Shahein praised the hospitality of Pakistan, particularly the people of Sindh, noting that Qatar feels like a second home to Pakistanis.
- Qatari Investment in Sindh: Minister Memon invited Qatari investment in Sindh, emphasizing the numerous opportunities available in the region, particularly in the transport sector, and expressed the government’s readiness to host a Qatari delegation to explore these prospects.
- Business Relationships: Senior Minister Memon expressed a desire for Qatari businessmen to establish relationships with their counterparts in Sindh, promoting economic collaboration similar to the cooperation between the governments.
- Exchange of Gifts: Both dignitaries exchanged cultural gifts, with Minister Memon presenting a Sindhi Ajrak and cap, and Consul General Shahein reciprocating with a souvenir.
