PM Shehbaz Sharif holds meetings with UK Prime Minister and Iranian President

During the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session in New York, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had talks with Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian and his UK counterpart, Sir Keir Starmer.

During their discussion, he and Starmer talked about areas of mutual interest and looked into ways to improve bilateral ties, especially in commerce and investment. In his summary of Pakistan’s economic environment, PM Shehbaz described government efforts to promote growth, such as tax reforms and revenue base expansion.

In addition, he spoke about the serious difficulties brought about by climate change and highlighted Pakistan’s efforts in the fight against terrorism, highlighting the necessity of a coordinated international response.

In addition to highlighting the UK’s position as Pakistan’s third-largest investor, PM Shehbaz also looked at potential investment prospects in Pakistan. He affirmed that the Pakistani diaspora in the UK has been instrumental in advancing progress in both countries and pledged to use their efforts to their advantage.

PM Shehbaz stated the significance of boosting commerce and investment, as well as improving connectivity and cultural interactions between Iran and Pakistan, in a separate meeting with Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian. Reviewing the whole range of their bilateral relationship, both presidents stated the necessity for closer ties and joint ventures.

The prime minister also restated Pakistan’s stance on Palestine, calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza and a halt to aggression directed towards Palestine and Lebanon. The talks reaffirmed the nations’ commitment to helping one another and revealed fresh chances for cooperation.