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Express Tribune
12-06-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
PM Shehbaz lands in UAE on day-long official visit
UAE National Security Advisor receives PM Shehbaz upon his arrival at Al Bateen Airport in Abu Dhabi. Photo: Listen to article Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reached Abu Dhabi on a one-day official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) at the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi. Upon arrival at Al Bateen Airport on Thursday, the Prime Minister was warmly welcomed by Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan, National Security Advisor of the UAE. His Highness Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan, National Security Advisor of the United Arab Emirates, receives Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif upon his arrival at Al Bateen Airport in Abu Dhabi. — Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) June 12, 2025 During his visit, Sharif is scheduled to hold high-level meetings with the UAE leadership, including a crucial bilateral discussion with Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The talks will cover a broad spectrum of bilateral, regional, and global issues that are of mutual interest to both nations. The Pakistani delegation includes Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Information Minister Attaullah Tarar. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif is undertaking an official visit to the United Arab Emirates. During the visit, the Prime Minister will hold high-level meetings with the UAE leadership, including a bilateral meeting with His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan,… — Government of Pakistan (@GovtofPakistan) June 12, 2025 This visit comes as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen ties between Pakistan and the UAE, with discussions expected to focus on enhancing cooperation in key sectors such as trade, security, and regional stability. Last week, Sharif undertook a two-day official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where he held talks with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The PM and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman agreed to further elevate the strategic partnership between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia "in accordance with the shared vision of the leadership and aspirations of the brotherly people of the two countries". Both the leaders also reaffirmed their mutual commitment to deepening the multifaceted relationship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. In May, Sharif concluded a six-day tour of Turkiye, Iran, Azerbaijan, and Tajikistan. The tour was undertaken to consolidate regional ties and personally thank the leadership of those nations for their support during the crisis with India. Read More: Shehbaz, Erdogan vow to elevate 'strategic' ties The trip concluded in Tajikistan, where the prime minister participated in the International Conference on Glaciers in Dushanbe, reiterating Pakistan's commitment to regional cooperation on climate issues. Both diplomatic engagements were described by the Foreign Office as part of Pakistan's broader effort to bolster strategic partnerships, strengthen economic relations, and reinforce solidarity within the region.
Express Tribune
11-06-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
PM Shehbaz to visit UAE for high-level talks on June 12
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at Istanbul airport on Sunday, May 25, 2025. Photo: PID Listen to article Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif will undertake an official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Thursday, 12 June 2025. The visit highlights the deep-rooted fraternal relations between Pakistan and the UAE, built on mutual trust, shared values, and close cooperation in multiple sectors. The prime minister will be accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, federal ministers, and other senior officials. Read: PM Shehbaz 'ready for talks' with India on water, trade During the visit, Shehbaz will hold high-level engagements with the UAE leadership, including a bilateral meeting with the President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. According to the Foreign Office, a wide range of bilateral, regional, and global issues of mutual interest and concern will be discussed during the interactions. Read More: Pakistan, Azerbaijan reaffirm commitment to strategic partnership The visit aims to further deepen economic cooperation, strengthen political understanding, and foster multifaceted collaboration across sectors including trade, investment, energy, and labour. In a statement, the Foreign Office said the visit is a manifestation of Pakistan's and the UAE's shared commitment to enhancing their strategic partnership. Both sides are expected to explore new avenues for collaboration, while reinforcing their long-standing cordial ties. Shehbaz also held telephone conversations with several world leaders on the occasion of Eidul Azha. He reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to regional peace, unity within the Muslim Ummah, and stronger bilateral cooperation. The discussions served to extend festive greetings and promote shared values of solidarity and mutual respect among nations. Read More: Islamabad, Riyadh to further elevate strategic ties Earlier, Shehbaz undertook a two-day official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where he held talks with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The visit coincided with Eidul Azha and aimed to express Pakistan's appreciation for the Kingdom's constructive role in easing tensions between Pakistan and India during their recent conflict. The prime minister was accompanied by a high-level delegation, including senior ministers and officials, reflecting the importance Islamabad placed on the visit. In May, Shehbaz Sharif concluded a six-day tour of Turkiye, Iran, Azerbaijan, and Tajikistan. That tour was undertaken to consolidate regional ties and personally thank the leadership of those nations for their support during the crisis with India. Read More: Shehbaz, Erdogan vow to elevate 'strategic' ties The trip concluded in Tajikistan, where the prime minister participated in the International Conference on Glaciers in Dushanbe, reiterating Pakistan's commitment to regional cooperation on climate issues. Both diplomatic engagements were described by the Foreign Office as part of Pakistan's broader effort to bolster strategic partnerships, strengthen economic relations, and reinforce solidarity within the region.
Business Recorder
30-05-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Pakistan will not allow India to cross Indus Waters Treaty red line: PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Friday that Pakistan will not allow India to cross the red line by holding the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance. Addressing International Conference on Glaciers, Preservation-2025 in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, the PM said India's unilateral and illegal decision to hold in abeyance the Indus Water Treaty is deeply regrettable. 'Millions of lives must not be held hostage to narrow political gains,' PM Shehbaz said. Meanwhile, the PM called for an enhanced global action to mitigate the negative impacts of climate change. He emphasized that the developed countries must meet their climate related financial commitments without any delay. 'Adequate funding for climate resilient infrastructure and overcoming financing gap remains critical,' the PM said, adding that investments must be made in the early warning systems and disaster preparedness and management. The premier highlighted that Pakistan possesses one of the largest glaciated areas outside the Polar Region. He further said that glaciers contribute nearly half of the annual flow in the Indus Water River system, 'the lifeline of our civilization, culture and economy'. He said the five great rivers that shape our geographical landscape: Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi and Sutlej depend on the stability of glacial system, emphasizing that this makes Pakistan one of the most vulnerable countries to any climatic changes that impact glaciers.
Express Tribune
28-05-2025
- Business
- Express Tribune
Pakistan, Turkiye and Azerbaijan reaffirm unity at trilateral summit
Listen to article Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday joined Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev in a firm call to 'reject conflict' and prioritise peace, as the three nations held a high-level trilateral summit in Lachin, Azerbaijan. The meeting marked a symbolic display of unity among historically allied nations, with Pakistan, Turkiye, and Azerbaijan reaffirming mutual support on longstanding regional disputes including Kashmir, Karabakh, and northern Cyprus. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, accompanied by Ishaq Dar and COAS Gen Munir, attends the Pakistan-Turkiye-Azerbaijan Trilateral Summit in Lachin, Azerbaijan on May 28, 2025. — X/azpresident PM Shehbaz was accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir. The summit forms part of his four-nation diplomatic tour, which has already included visits to Turkiye and Iran. He is expected to proceed to Tajikistan next to attend the International Conference on Glaciers in Dushanbe. Addressing the summit, Shehbaz said the world is facing 'grave challenges' such as conflict, climate change, disease and economic instability. 'This is why the three of us have assembled here today, opting for compassion while rejecting conflict,' he said. 'We are confident that patience and wisdom will ultimately usher in peace and prosperity.' He thanked President Aliyev for the warm hospitality and said the summit reflected 'a meeting of hearts and souls of genuine friends and sincere well-wishers.' Shehbaz recalled 'fruitful discussions' held during last year's Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Kazakhstan and said the trilateral partnership was poised to rise to 'new heights' in line with the aspirations of the people. 'This would be no surprise to anyone, as Pakistan, Azerbaijan and Turkiye are bound together by deep historical, cultural and spiritual ties forged through centuries of shared values and mutual support.' The prime minister reaffirmed solidarity with Baku and Ankara, referencing Pakistan's unwavering positions on Karabakh and Turkish Cyprus. He noted, 'Our strength lies in our solidarity and mutual respect.' Shehbaz thanked both nations for their visible public support during Pakistan's recent military standoff with India, following the Pahalgam incident. 'We could not but be mesmerised by the intensity of the fervour and enthusiasm of our common citizens,' he said. He said India had failed to provide credible evidence linking Pakistan to the incident and had rejected Islamabad's offer of a neutral and transparent international investigation. Addressing the summit first, President Ilham Aliyev expressed concern over the recent Pakistan-India tensions and reiterated Azerbaijan's solidarity with Pakistan. 'We watched it very closely in the hope that peace would prevail. From the early hours, we expressed our solidarity with brotherly Pakistan,' he said. Aliyev added that resolution through 'dialogue and negotiations in line with the UN Charter and resolutions' was the best path forward. Earlier in the day, PM Shehbaz also extended heartfelt congratulations to Aliyev and the people of Azerbaijan on their Republic Day. 'The way the Azeri nation fought for its liberation, you earned a high position in the community of nations,' he said. He also praised President Erdogan's handling of the Kurdish rebel issue, referring to the PKK's recent decision to disband. 'That goes to explain in volumes, my brother, your diplomatic skills to resolve this issue. By virtue of this, you have earned a high place and influence not only in the region but beyond,' he said. A day earlier, Shehbaz held a bilateral meeting with President Aliyev and thanked him for Azerbaijan's support during the recent confrontation with India. The meeting was also attended by COAS Gen Munir. According to a press release from the Prime Minister's Office, the two sides reaffirmed their commitment to diversify their strategic partnership and promote investment opportunities. Azerbaijan agreed to facilitate the exchange of delegations to advance discussions on its investment in Pakistan. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Shehbaz described the visit as a celebration of 'historic bonds rooted in shared history, mutual trust and unwavering support for each other.' He expressed confidence that under President Aliyev's leadership, bilateral ties would 'continue to grow from strength to strength.' On behalf of the people and Government of Pakistan, and on my own behalf, I extend our heartfelt felicitations to President Aliyev @presidentaz and the brotherly people of Azerbaijan on the joyous occasion of Azerbaijan's Independence Day. Pakistan deeply values its close… — Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) May 28, 2025
Express Tribune
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Express Tribune
PM Shehbaz departs for Iran following two-day trip to Türkiye
Listen to article Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif departed for Iran on Monday following the conclusion of his two-day official visit to Turkiye. During his visit to Turkiye, the prime minister conveyed Pakistan's gratitude to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and the Turkish people for their unwavering support during recent regional tensions with India. The prime minister lauded Turkiye's principled stance and the outpouring of goodwill of the Turkish people for Pakistan. He described it as "a source of great comfort and strength" for Pakistan, the statement added. He was seen off at the Istanbul airport by Turkish Minister of National Defence Yasar Guler, Deputy Governor of Istanbul Ilker Haktankacmaz, and President of the Pakistan-Türkiye Cultural Association Burhan Kayaturk. Also present were Ambassador Yousaf Junaid, Consul General Nauman Aslam, Turkish officials, and members of the Pakistan Embassy. Prime Minister Shehbaz is on a six-day diplomatic tour of Turkiye, Iran, Azerbaijan and Tajikistan, as Pakistan seeks to bolster regional partnerships following recent tensions with India. The Foreign Office earlier said the prime minister is holding wide-ranging talks with the leadership of all four countries. He is also conveying Pakistan's appreciation for their support during the recent escalation. The trip began in Turkiye and concludes in Tajikistan, where the prime minister will attend the International Conference on Glaciers in Dushanbe on May 29–30. The prime minister is expected to meet Iranian leadership upon his arrival in Tehran to continue diplomatic engagements aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. Previously, Pakistan had welcomed the visit of Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and expressed no objection to Tehran acting as a mediator between Islamabad and New Delhi to help ease escalating tensions. Seyed Abbas Araghchi had travelled to Islamabad on an unscheduled visit as part of Iran's efforts to promote de-escalation between India and Pakistan following the April 22 Pahalgam attack in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). During the visit, the Iranian diplomat had held formal talks with his Pakistani counterpart, Ishaq Dar, and also met separately with President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.
