Pakistan, May 10 -- Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif met Ambassador of Finland Hannu Ripatti in which matters pertaining to bilateral relations, educational cooperation, trade and other affairs were discussed.

She appreciated Finland's progress in the field of education, technology and emphasized the need to enhance further cooperation in other sectors between the two countries. It was agreed to increase high-level contacts to further promote diplomatic ties between Pakistan and Finland.

The Chief Minister welcomed the restoration of the Embassy of Finland in Islamabad. She maintained, "Relations between Pakistan and Finland are based on democracy and sustainable development. Finland's expertise in education, technology and envir...