His Excellency, Dr. Maen Khreasat, Ambassador of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan in Pakistan called on the Caretaker Federal Minister for Privatisation, Fawad Hasan Fawad, today at his office. Issues of mutual interest and cooperation came under discussion at length. The ambassador elaborated upon Jordan’s experience with privatisation and the resulting benefits that have accrued to the Jordanian economy. The ambassador explained the supportive policies adopted by Jordan have opened up the country for international investment from across the world. The Federal Minister while citing similarities between the two brotherly countries appreciated the privatisation program of Jordan as a replicable model for Pakistan. The Minister apprised the ambassador on progress in the privatization process in Pakistan. The potential areas for trade and investment between the two countries were also discussed. The Minister also expressed his gratitude for His Majesty King Abdullah II Bin Al Hussein for longstanding and continuous support for Pakistan.