ISLAMABAD, (DNA) – Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau phoned Prime Minister Imran Khan and congratulated him on assuming the office.

During the telephone conversation, the Canadian Prime Minister appreciated Prime Minister Khan’s illustrious career in cricket and politics and wished him well for implementing his party’s agenda for the welfare of Pakistani people.

Both the leaders discussed bilateral relations and stressed the need for further strengthening of ties particularly in areas of trade, commerce and investment. Prime Minister Imran Khan also underscored the contributions of over 400,000 Canadians of Pakistani origin to Canada. Prime Minister Imran Khan and Prime Minister Trudeau reaffirmed commitment to work together to strengthen bilateral relations in diverse fields.