PM, Turkish minister discuss energy at D-8 Summit

Two sides discussed various issues pertaining to the energy sector

PM Abbasi with Turkish Minister. PHOTO: RADIO PAKISTAN

ISTANBUL:
Prime Minister Shahid Khaqan Abbasi and Turkish Minister for Energy and National Resources Berat Albayrak met on Saturday on the sidelines of 9th D-8 Summit.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed various issues pertaining to the energy sector and measures to further enhance cooperation between Pakistan and Turkey in this sector. Abbasi was of the view that Pakistan had benefited immensely from Turkey’s experience in diversifying its energy sector.

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Pakistan was also focusing on improving its energy mix with particular focus on renewable energy, he added. Earlier, the prime minister also met his Turkish counterpart Binali Yildirim. Both agreed to bolster bilateral relations in diverse areas with particular focus on trade and economy.  

Published in The Express Tribune, October 22nd, 2017.

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