Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has said Pakistan attaches importance to its longstanding partnership with the UK.

Addressing an event in London today, he was appreciative of the contributions of Pakistani diaspora in strengthening Pakistan-UK relations.

The Deputy Prime Minister said steps are being taken for the revival of direct flights to the UK which will greatly benefit the Pakistani diaspora.

Referring to the challenges on security and economic fronts, the Deputy Prime Minister called for collective efforts to steer the country out of them.