Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari has felicitated King Felipe VI of the Kingdom of Spain, and the people of the country on the occasion of the National Day of Spain.

According to Pakistan Peoples Party, in his letter of felicitations, President Zardari stated that Pakistan values its longstanding friendship with Spain, founded on mutual goodwill and constructive engagement. He noted the growing trade and investment ties between the two countries, which offer considerable scope for closer cooperation in renewable energy, agriculture, and information technology, as well as stronger links between universities, researchers, and businesses.

The President also highlighted the Pakistani community in Spain as a valuable link between the two countries.

He mentioned that Pakistan and Spain cooperate closely at the United Nations and other multilateral forums on issues of shared interest, including climate action, sustainable development, and international peace.

President Zardari expressed confidence that relations between Pakistan and Spain would continue to grow for the mutual benefit of their peoples.