President for boosting trade with Bahrain

MANAMA:

President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday underscored Pakistan's commitment to expanding economic cooperation, investment partnerships and institutional linkages with Bahrain.

He was addressing a reception at the headquarters of the Economic Development Board of the Kingdom of Bahrain.

In his remarks, the president expressed appreciation to King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, for the warm hospitality extended during the visit, a Presidency's news release said. He also conveyed his gratitude to the King for the conferment of the Sheikh Issa Award