Times of Islamabad

Malaysian PM Mahatir Mohammad unveiled strategy to further cement ties with Pakistan

Malaysian PM Mahatir Mohammad unveiled strategy to further cement ties with Pakistan

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister of Malaysia Dr Mahathir Mohamad has emphasizedthe need for promoting people-to-people contacts and encouraging tourismbetween Pakistan and Malaysia to further bolster friendship and knowledgebetween the two countries.

In an interview with PTV, he said both the countries have greater trade andinvestment potential and it is required to identify the factors to improvethe trade relations in areas where the investment can be made.

He said Pakistan has successfully eliminated the menace of terrorism andnow heading towards stability. He said peace and stability within thecountry is absolutely essential for promotion of tourism and attractinginvestment.

About Islam, the Prime Minister of Malaysia said that Islam is the religionof peace and teaches us not to fight or kill each other and avoid any kindof violence. He said we have to convey these teachings of Islam to theentire world.