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The United States says its trade ties with Pakistan are set to witness a new record this year.

This was stated by White House Deputy Press Secretary Judd Deere in a statement following telephonic conversation between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Imran Khan on Thursday evening.

He said the two leaders in their conversation reaffirmed commitment for a stronger relationship.

The White House Deputy Press Secretary said they also reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the US-Pakistan trade relationship, investment and people-to-people ties between the two countries.