Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has affirmed Pakistan's desire to strengthen its bilateral relations with Hungary in various sectors, including trade, investment, and energy.  

He was talking to Foreign Minister of Hungary Péter Szijjártó, who called on him in Islamabad on Thursday.

The Prime Minister was briefed on the discussions held between the two sides at the Foreign Minister-level earlier in the day. He noted with satisfaction the signing of understandings between Pakistan and Hungary on visa abolition for diplomatic passport holders, as well as cooperation in the field of culture, archaeology and cultural heritage.

While underscoring the importance of B2B exchanges, the Prime Minister welcomed the Hungarian business delegation accompanying the Foreign Minister that participated in the Pakistan-Hungary Business Forum, held in Islamabad today.

In addition to bilateral ties, the Prime Minister also discussed regional and global developments, while emphasizing upon the importance of cooperation and dialogue to overcome the challenges in the current environment.

Shehbaz Sharif also conveyed his good wishes to Prime Minister of Hungary Viktor Orban and reiterated his invitation to his Hungarian counterpart to undertake an official visit to Pakistan.