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Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan held a virtual meeting with Yeo Han-koo, Trade Minister of South Korea, to discuss strengthening bilateral trade ties, advancing negotiations on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), and enhancing investment cooperation between the two countries. Secretary Commerce Jawad Paul and senior officials from both sides also participated in the meeting, said a release issued here on Friday. At the outset, the Korean Trade Minister lauded Pakistan\u2019s leadership role in promoting peace amid the current Middle East situation, stating, \u201cPakistan\u2019s efforts to bring peace are better for the whole world, not just for the countries involved.\u201d He also appreciated his past visits to Pakistan, including Lahore, describing them as memorable and praising the country\u2019s hospitality and potential. In response, Jam Kamal Khan appreciated the acknowledgment, reaffirming that Pakistan has acted as a responsible state in facilitating dialogue and promoting peace. APP<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and South Korea agreed to engage on Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA ),expand trade and investment cooperation. 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