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ISLAMABAD, (APP): Australian High Commissioner
Margaret Adamson has said that Pakistan’s fight against violent
extremism is vital for regional and global security and stability.
In an exclusive interview with Radio Pakistan, she said the
people of Pakistan and its security forces have rendered immense
sacrifices while combating violent extremism and the entire global
community acknowledges this.
The Australian High Commissioner said Operation Zarb-e-Azb
is not only vital for Pakistan’s peace and security but for the
region and beyond as well.
Margaret Adamson said Canberra will continue to remain
engaged with Islamabad in its efforts to defeat terrorism.
The Australian High Commissioner said there is enormous
potential of cooperation between the two countries especially
in the fields of trade and economy, education, energy, dairy
and livestock sectors.
She said the Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Julie
Bishop during her visit to Pakistan last year identified trade as
a key area of cooperation.
Margaret Adamson said Pakistan enjoys a strategic location in
the region and Australian companies can benefit from the expanding
middle class, friendly business practices and a large consumer base
of the country.
The High Commissioner said Australian companies are already
engaged in infrastructure, energy and power projects in Pakistan.
She said her country has a rich experience in mining and
they can guide Pakistan’s mining industry, especially in the
safety practices and modern mining experience.
She said Pakistan’s textile products have a good market in
Australia and their share can be further increased.
To a question, she said Australia and Pakistan already have
a strong collaboration in agriculture and dairy sectors and
Australian experts can guide Pakistani counterparts in modern
practices of agricultural production and live.
They can also impart training to Pakistani professionals in
supply, logistics and value chain management, she added.
Australian High Commissioner said there has been a spectacular
growth in the number of Pakistani students, coming to Australia for
education purposes. Australia offers a good education package coupled
with rich cultural diversity, freedom and a world class learning environment, she added.
She said in technical and vocational areas, Australian
educational institution are reaching out to Pakistani students.