Pakistan and United States have expressed their desire to enhance economic cooperation especially in the fields of trade and investment.The understanding was reached during a meeting between a Pakistani delegation, led by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and U.S. Commerce Secretary, Howard Lutnick at the Department of Commerce in Washington D.C.

Both the sides reiterated their commitment to further their engagement on investments in major projects in the coming months.

The Finance Minister appreciated the role of U.S. Chamber of Commerce in organizing U.S.-Pakistan Trade and Investment Forum to be held on 31st of next month which would be attended by renowned companies from both countries.

He expressed the hope that the office of U.S. Commerce Secretary would also participate in the forum.