Guangzhe Chen calls on Ayaz Sadiq.

ISLAMABAD -- The World Bank's South Asia Regional Director for Infrastructure, Guangzhe Chen Monday calls on the Federal Minister for Economic Affairs, Sardar Ayaz Sadiq to discussed matters of mutual interest.

Minister for Economic Affairs welcomed the Regional Director World Bank to the Ministry and appreciated the World Bank's continuous support for Economic Development activities in Pakistan, said a press release issued here.

'The World Bank's assistance has played and shall continue to play a vital role in the socio-economic uplift of Pakistan', said Minister for Economic Affairs.

He further expressed gratitude to World Bank for its flood relief assistance to the country. 'We are extremely well-supported by World Bank's team.'' said the Minister.

The South Asia Regional Director World Bank appreciated and highlighted the progress of the development projects.

He apprised that currently the World Bank portfolio in Pakistan comprises 54 projects worth USD 13.1 Billion and highlighted the key development areas including infrastructure sector, building of roads and pipeline projects, affordable and clean renewable energy and climate resilient infrastructure projects.

He further stated that the Government of Pakistan and World Bank should continue to work together to deal with macro-economic challenges and expansion of renewable energy for the long-term development of the country.

He further apprised the Minister that the World Bank is not...