Summary Says two countries should make efforts for restoration of peace in Syria.
ISLAMABAD (Online) - President Asif Ali Zardari has said that Pakistan is keen to build a close and strong relationship with Egypt and the two countries should work together closely for the common good of the Ummah and for peace in the region.
He was speaking at a luncheon he hosted in Islamabad on Monday in honour of the Egyptian President Dr. Mohammad Morsi.
The President said our historic friendship is rooted in our common faith and cultural affinities and your visit is another milestone in our friendly relations.
He said we are keen to further strengthen our relations with Egypt at all levels and in all fields.
President Asif Ali Zardari paid tribute to Egyptian President s long struggle for democracy‚ rule of law‚ democracy and respect for human rights in his country.
He said we need to work together to add greater substance to these ties.
He said recently the Arab world has been witnessing the Arab Spring and at this difficult time the Muslim Ummah must shun differences and forge unity.
President Asif Ali Zardari said Pakistan and Egypt are two important countries of the Islamic World and appreciated Egypt for promoting regional peace and stability and must work together to end the bloodshed in Syria and to find a peaceful solution to the crisis.
He said outside interference would only complicate a complex situation and will have serious consequences for the neighboring countries.
The drive for peace in Syria must be led and owned by the Syrian People. The President said Pakistan is ready to play its role in finding a peaceful solution of the Syrian crisis.
Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf‚ leaders of political parties‚ senators and services chiefs attended the luncheon.
Earlier‚ one on one meeting between President Asif Ali Zardari and Egyptian President Morsi was held at Aiwan-e-Sadr.
Later delegation level talks began between the two countries focusing on bilateral relations‚ regional situation and international issues of mutual importance.
Warm welcome was accorded to the visiting Egyptian President Morsi when he arrived at the Aiwan-e-Sadr in Islamabad. He was received by President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf.
Egyptian President Muhammad Morsi arrived in Islamabad this morning for talks with President Asif Ali Zardari.
Senator Mushahid Hussain Syed and ambassadors of Arab countries recieved him at the airport.
On his arrival President Morsi was given a 21 gun salute and guard of honour at Noor Khan air base Islamabad.
Several agreements are also likely to be signed between the two countries during the visit.
He is the first civilian democratically elected president of Egypt to visit Pakistan.
