Islamabad, November 5,2026: Minister of State for Tribal Affairs Mubarak Zeb Khan held a meeting with Ambassador of Romania to Pakistan, Dr. Dan Stoenescu, at the Romanian Embassy in Islamabad on Thursday to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation in various fields.
The meeting focused on matters of mutual interest, with particular emphasis on education, skills development, youth empowerment, employment opportunities, trade, investment, agriculture, rural development, tourism, cultural exchange and technical cooperation.
Both sides discussed potential development projects in Pakistan’s merged districts, highlighting the importance of expanding educational opportunities, improving technical and vocational skills, promoting sustainable livelihoods and creating employment opportunities for young people.
The discussions also explored avenues for promoting trade and investment between Romania and all regions of Pakistan, including the Tribal Areas.
Particular attention was given to Romania’s potential role as a gateway for Pakistani products and businesses seeking greater access to wider European Union markets.
The meeting underscored the importance of exploring new avenues of bilateral engagement and strengthening economic and development cooperation between Pakistan and Romania.
Minister of State Mubarak Zeb Khan expressed appreciation to Ambassador Dr. Dan Stoenescu for hosting the meeting and providing an opportunity to exchange views on prospects for closer cooperation between the two friendly countries.
