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Business Recorder
26-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
PM Shehbaz in Istanbul to thank ‘a friend in need'
ISTANBUL: Prime Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, who arrived on an official two-day visit to Turkiye, held a warm and most cordial meeting with the President of the Republic of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, during his official visit to Turkiye Sunday. The engagement reaffirmed the deep-rooted, historic, and brotherly ties between Pakistan and Türkiye, anchored in shared values, mutual respect, and a common vision for progress and prosperity. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who was accompanied by Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Government and people of Türkiye for their unwavering support to Pakistan during the recent developments in South Asia, underscoring the strength of the fraternal bonds between the two nations. Turkiye to continue be on Pakistan's side in good, bad times, says Erdogan He lauded Turkiye's principled stance and the outpouring support of goodwill of the Turkish people for Pakistan and termed it as a source of great comfort and strength for Pakistan. The Prime Minister highlighted the commitment and courage and the spirit of sacrifice of the Armed Forces of Pakistan and the resolute patriotism of the people Pakistan that was demonstrated in an unprecedented manner which contributed greatly to Pakistan's overwhelming victory in Marak-e-Haq and Operation Bunyanum Marsoos in the defence of our homeland. Emphasizing the need to further strengthen economic cooperation, particularly through joint ventures and enhanced bilateral investment, the Prime Minister highlighted key sectors including renewable energy, information technology, defence production, infrastructure development, and agriculture as areas of mutual interest and potential. The two leaders conducted a comprehensive review of the entire spectrum of bilateral relations and reiterated their resolve to elevate the strategic partnership to greater heights. They also followed up on the implementation of key decisions taken during the 7th session of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council (HLSCC), held in Islamabad on 13 February 2025. In addition to bilateral issues, Prime Minister Sharif and President Erdogan discussed pressing regional and international developments. Both leaders reaffirmed their principled support for each other's core concerns, including the Jammu and Kashmir dispute. They also expressed deep concern over the grave humanitarian situation in Gaza, urgently calling for an immediate ceasefire and unimpeded humanitarian access to the affected Palestinian population. The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment to further deepen the multifaceted cooperation between Pakistan and Türkiye. The two leaders pledged to continue working closely for regional peace, sustainable development, and the shared prosperity of their peoples. Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Information & Broadcasting Ataullah Tarar, SAPM Syed Tariq Fatemi and Pakistan's Ambassador to Turkiye Dr Yusuf Junaid were also part of Pakistan delegation.
Business Recorder
26-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
PM in Istanbul to thank a friend in need
ISTANBUL: Prime Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, who arrived on an official two-day visit to Turkiye, held a warm and most cordial meeting with the President of the Republic of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, during his official visit to Turkiye Sunday. The engagement reaffirmed the deep-rooted, historic, and brotherly ties between Pakistan and Türkiye, anchored in shared values, mutual respect, and a common vision for progress and prosperity. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who was accompanied by Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Government and people of Türkiye for their unwavering support to Pakistan during the recent developments in South Asia, underscoring the strength of the fraternal bonds between the two nations. Turkiye to continue be on Pakistan's side in good, bad times, says Erdogan He lauded Turkiye's principled stance and the outpouring support of goodwill of the Turkish people for Pakistan and termed it as a source of great comfort and strength for Pakistan. The Prime Minister highlighted the commitment and courage and the spirit of sacrifice of the Armed Forces of Pakistan and the resolute patriotism of the people Pakistan that was demonstrated in an unprecedented manner which contributed greatly to Pakistan's overwhelming victory in Marak-e-Haq and Operation Bunyanum Marsoos in the defence of our homeland. Emphasizing the need to further strengthen economic cooperation, particularly through joint ventures and enhanced bilateral investment, the Prime Minister highlighted key sectors including renewable energy, information technology, defence production, infrastructure development, and agriculture as areas of mutual interest and potential. The two leaders conducted a comprehensive review of the entire spectrum of bilateral relations and reiterated their resolve to elevate the strategic partnership to greater heights. They also followed up on the implementation of key decisions taken during the 7th session of the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council (HLSCC), held in Islamabad on 13 February 2025. In addition to bilateral issues, Prime Minister Sharif and President Erdogan discussed pressing regional and international developments. Both leaders reaffirmed their principled support for each other's core concerns, including the Jammu and Kashmir dispute. They also expressed deep concern over the grave humanitarian situation in Gaza, urgently calling for an immediate ceasefire and unimpeded humanitarian access to the affected Palestinian population. The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment to further deepen the multifaceted cooperation between Pakistan and Türkiye. The two leaders pledged to continue working closely for regional peace, sustainable development, and the shared prosperity of their peoples. Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Information & Broadcasting Ataullah Tarar, SAPM Syed Tariq Fatemi and Pakistan's Ambassador to Turkiye Dr Yusuf Junaid were also part of Pakistan delegation.
Business Recorder
25-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
PM Shehbaz, President Erdogan reaffirm strategic ties, push for deeper economic cooperation
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday during his official two-day visit to Türkiye, and reaffirmed the long-standing fraternal ties between the two nations and expressing commitment to strengthen strategic, economic, and defense cooperation. Accompanied by Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and senior cabinet members, PM Shehbaz was warmly received by the Turkish leadership. The meeting underscored the historic bond rooted in shared values, mutual respect, and a common vision for regional peace and prosperity. During the talks, the Prime Minister thanked Türkiye for its steadfast support amid recent regional developments, terming Ankara's principled stance and public solidarity a 'source of strength and comfort' for Pakistan. PM Shehbaz to visit Turkiye, Iran, Azerbaijan and Tajikistan from May 25 to 30 He praised the courage and resolve demonstrated by Pakistan's Armed Forces and the people during 'Marak-e-Haq' and 'Operation Bunyanum Marsoos,' calling it a defining moment in the country's defense. Economic cooperation emerged as a key focus of the meeting, with Prime Minister Shehbaz proposing enhanced collaboration through joint ventures and bilateral investments across priority sectors including renewable energy, information technology, defense production, infrastructure, and agriculture. Both leaders conducted a wide-ranging review of bilateral relations and followed up on the outcomes of the 7th High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council (HLSCC) held in Islamabad earlier this year. They reaffirmed their resolve to elevate the Pakistan-Türkiye strategic partnership and reiterated their target of boosting annual bilateral trade to $5 billion. PM Shehbaz arrives in Turkiye as part of four-nation tour The meeting also addressed key regional and global issues. Prime Minister Shehbaz and President Erdogan expressed solidarity on each other's core concerns, particularly the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, and voiced deep concern over the deteriorating humanitarian situation in Gaza, calling for an immediate ceasefire and unimpeded humanitarian aid to Palestinians. The Prime Minister's delegation included Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Information Minister Ataullah Tarar, Special Assistant to the PM Syed Tariq Fatemi, and Pakistan's Ambassador to Türkiye Dr. Yusuf Junaid. Turkish President Erdogan also hosted a dinner in honour of Prime Minister Shehbaz and his delegation, highlighting the warmth and strength of bilateral ties.
