Prime Minister Imran Khan has said Pakistan’s “Engage Africa” policy is aimed at forging closer ties with the Continent by expanding Islamabad’s diplomatic footprint and deepening economic engagement.

He was talking to a delegation led by President National Assembly of Republic of Djibouti Mohamed Ali Houmed in Islamabad on Wednesday.

The Prime Minister further underlined that Pakistan would soon be establishing its resident diplomatic Mission in Djibouti.

They also exchanged views on the importance of peace and security in the regional context of both Pakistan and Djibouti.

President National Assembly of Djibouti appreciated Pakistan’s historical support and expressed the hope that visit of Parliamentary delegation would help in further consolidating bilateral relations.