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US Under Secretary for International Trade Franklin Lavin dismissed notions that Pakistan was a failed state on Friday, saying the country had enormous potential for investment by US commercial concerns. Lavin told reporters that Pakistan's economy had been performing well and had attained one of the highest growth rates in the world. He said the purpose of his visit was to discuss and line-up issues with Pakistani ministries. "Bilateral trade between Pakistan and the United States is increasing," he said, adding that he would meet Prime Minister Shaukat Aziz today (Saturday). |