The newly appointed Australian High Commissioner Neil Hawkins called on Punjab Governor Muhammad Baligh-ur-Rehman in Lahore on Tuesday.
During the meeting, discussions were held on promoting bilateral cooperation in matters of mutual interest, especially in education, trade and environment.
The Governor appreciated the initiatives of providing scholarships to Pakistani students in the field of education in Australia.
He said trade between the two countries is increasing and Pakistan is keen to further expand trade relations with Australia.