Islamabad, 16 October, 2026 (Kamran Raja): Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani has called for further strengthening Pakistan-Germany relations through enhanced trade, investment, educational cooperation and parliamentary exchanges, describing 75 years of diplomatic relations as a strong foundation for a mutually beneficial partnership. Addressing a gathering held to mark German Unity Day, attended by German Ambassador Ina Lepel, diplomats and other dignitaries, Gilani congratulated the German leadership and people on behalf of Pakistan’s Parliament, government and people. He described the occasion as a symbol of unity, resilience and shared prosperity, while highlighting the longstanding friendship between the two countries and the contributions of Allama Muhammad Iqbal and Dr Ruth Pfau in strengthening bilateral ties. The Senate chairman appreciated Germany’s continued support for Pakistan in development cooperation, climate action, women’s empowerment and human development.
He emphasised the importance of continued German support for Pakistan’s participation in the GSP Plus arrangement and identified Special Economic Zones, renewable energy, information technology, industrial development and value-added manufacturing as key areas for increased German investment. Highlighting people-to-people relations, Gilani appreciated the contributions of Pakistani students studying at German universities and expressed hope that delays in student and family-reunion visas would receive due attention. He also welcomed cooperation in skilled labour mobility and called for greater collaboration in technology, research, industrial development and defence-related ventures in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Stressing the importance of parliamentary diplomacy, he urged regular exchanges between the parliaments of Pakistan and Germany and closer consultations on regional and international issues to promote peace, stability and prosperity. Gilani also invited the German leadership to visit Pakistan and expressed confidence that continued engagement would further strengthen the longstanding partnership between the two countries.