Pakistan seeks increased trade with the US

Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif's top foreign policy aide today sought increased trade and investment from the United States, especially in Pakistan's energy sector.
Sartaj Aziz, advisor to Sharif on national security and foreign affairs, conveyed the request to a three-member US Congressional delegation comprising Adam Kinzinger, Scott Perry and Juan Vargas.
Aziz expressed satisfaction at the upward trajectory in relations between Pakistan and the US, said a statement from the Foreign Office.
He shared Pakistan's keen interest in increased trade and investment from the US, especially in energy.
Foreign Secretary Jalil Abbas Jilani, the Ambassador-designate to the US, was present in the meeting.

Aziz gave a brief overview of the policies and priorities of the Pakistan government and its efforts to improve peace and stability in the region.
The need to strengthen people-to-people contacts, including interaction between the US Congress and Pakistan's parliament was emphasised, the statement said.
Earlier, the delegation was given an aerial tour of Gomal-Zam Dam and adjoining road projects built with US support.