Islamabad, April 7,2026: The ambassador of Portugal Paulo Domingues presented his letters of credence to the president of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari here on Tuesday.
With the presentation of his credentials to the president the ambassador of Portugal officially beginning his mission Islamabad.
The President felicitated the envoy on the commencement of his diplomatic responsibilities in Pakistan and conveyed his best wishes for a productive tenure. He expressed the hope that his assignment would contribute to strengthening bilateral relations and advancing cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
In his meeting with Ambassador-designate of Portugal, Mr. Paulo Miguel Guedes Domingues, the President underlined the importance Pakistan attaches to its relations with Portugal, both bilaterally and within the European Union framework.
He noted the upward trajectory in trade and emphasised the need to expand cooperation in trade, investment, IT, agriculture and blue economy, while also highlighting the role of the Pakistani diaspora and prospects for labour mobility and academic exchanges.
Upon arrival, the envoy was presented with a guard of honour. National anthems were played and the envoy reviewed the parade before proceeding to present his credentials.
