Beirut:Pakistan's Ambassador to Lebanon, Salman Athar, visited the Lebanese Press Editors' Syndicate, where he was welcomed by Syndicate President Joseph Kossaifi and members of the Syndicate Council.

According to National news agency - Lebanon, the meeting involved comprehensive discussions on the regional situation amidst ongoing conflicts, highlighting Pakistan's role in promoting peace and encouraging dialogue over warfare.

The discussions also touched on potential cooperation between the Lebanese Press Editors' Syndicate and the Pakistani Journalists' Syndicate, focusing on coordination, exchange visits, and sharing of expertise. Ambassador Athar emphasized Pakistan's respect for Lebanon's sovereignty and unity. He reiterated Pakistan's call for Israel's immediate withdrawal from Lebanese territory, underscoring the clarity of the Pakistani Foreign Ministry's stance on this issue.

Furthermore, Athar emphasized efforts to bolster economic and trade relations between Beirut and Islamabad. He urged Lebanese businesspeople to invest in Pakistan, pointing out the promising opportunities in this area.