Pakistan, Aug. 9 -- Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif held a farewell meeting with the Australian High Commissioner H.E. Neil Hawkins in Lahore. Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif paid tribute to the Australian High Commissioner Neil Hawkins for rendering distinguished services in Pakistan. Matters pertaining to expanding trade in the areas of textile, food processing, minerals and IT services were discussed.

The Chief Minister while talking on the occasion, underscored that the mutual ties and bilateral relations between Pakistan and Australia hold special significance. She highlighted, "Investment, technology transfer and long-term partnership are being promoted between the two countried under SIFC. Australia and Pakistan are a...