Pakistan, Australia ink accord on long-term partnership

Pakistan and Australia Friday entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at paving way for a sustained and continued partnership to boost political ties and enhance development in all spheres. The MoU was signed on the sidelines of Prime Minister Syed Yusuf Raza Gilanis visit to attend the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). Foreign Minister Hina Rabbani Khar flanked by her Australian counterpart Kevin Rudd told APP that the Memorandum on 'Partnership for Development would go a long way in building a strong long-term relationship to bring the two countries closer and help Pakistan fight poverty. Khar, who is part of Prime Minister Gilanis delegation to attend the CHOGM, said the two countries looked forward to a sustained partnership.

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