Bahrain and Pakistan sign agreement

Islamabad, Apr. 8(BNA): Foreign Minister Shaikh Khalid bin Ahmed bin Mohammed Al Khalifa, met in Islamabad today with his Pakistani counterpart Shah Mahmood Qureshi in Islamabad. He praised the deep-rooted relations between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, which are constantly developing at all levels, in light of the consultation and coordination approach of the two countries and their keenness on enhancing cooperation at all levels and achieving further progress and prosperity for their peoples. He expressed his appreciation for the Islamic Republic of Pakistan’s stances, which reflect the strength of relations between the two countries and their strategic importance to both sides, in addition to its relentless efforts in serving Islamic causes and enhancing joint work in addressing regional and international challenges, namely all forms of terrorism. The Pakistani foreign minister lauded strong relations binding the two countries. He also expressed his gratitude for the Kingdom’s continued brotherly stances in supporting the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in various international forums. He stressed his country’s aspirations in developing all means and investing all opportunities to bolster relations for the common interest of the two countries and their peoples. The two sides signed the Protocol amending the Convention for the avoidance of double taxation and the prevention of fiscal evasion with respect to taxes on income and capital.