Islamabad: President Asif Ali Zardari has stated that Pakistan places significant importance on its relations with Austria. During a discussion with the outgoing Austrian Ambassador, Andrea Wicke, in Islamabad, the President highlighted the necessity of strengthening trade and economic relations between Pakistan and Austria.

According to Radio Pakistan, President Zardari mentioned that Austrian investors have the opportunity to benefit from investment prospects within Pakistan's tourism sector. He also pointed out that Austrian companies could take advantage of the services offered by Pakistan's skilled IT professionals.