Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has urgently called for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, pressing for an end to Israeli military actions against Palestine and Lebanon.
During a sideline meeting at the 79th United Nations General Assembly in New York with Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, they discussed enhancing Pakistan-Iran bilateral relations. The Prime Minister stressed the importance of boosting trade, investment, and cultural ties. Both leaders agreed to strengthen their partnership further.
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In another engagement, Prime Minister Sharif and Nepal’s Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli pledged to further bilateral and regional cooperation. They expressed satisfaction with the strong ties between Pakistan and Nepal. Prime Minister Sharif congratulated Sharma Oli on his new role and invited him to visit Pakistan, emphasizing the potential for cooperation in trade, tourism, and the economy.
Prime Minister Sharif also met with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammad Shia’ Al Sudani to discuss deepening Pakistan-Iraq relations. They touched on regional and global issues, particularly the violence in Gaza, with Sharif advocating for an immediate ceasefire and accountability for Israel.
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The discussion also covered expanding cooperation in sectors of mutual interest between Pakistan and Iraq.
In a meeting with the US-Pakistan Business Council, Prime Minister Sharif focused on deepening trade and investment ties with the United States. He introduced the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) to streamline project execution and support foreign investors in agriculture, IT, energy, and mining.
He highlighted the investment opportunities for U.S. companies in Pakistan, especially in fintech, pharmaceuticals, oil, gas, and mining. Esperanza Jelalian, President of the US-Pakistan Business Council, responded positively, revealing plans for a delegation visit to Pakistan later in the year to explore investment opportunities.
