PM Shehbaz Sharif Holds Key Meetings with Global Leaders at Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit

Sharm El-Sheikh: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday held a series of high-level meetings with world leaders on the sidelines of the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit, reaffirming Pakistan’s firm commitment to regional peace and solidarity with the Palestinian people.

In a notable trilateral interaction, Prime Minister Sharif met with President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan and Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan of Armenia. The leaders expressed satisfaction over the recent ceasefire in Gaza, marking a rare moment of convergence between the two Caucasus nations and highlighting the international commitment to de-escalation in the Middle East.

The Prime Minister also held bilateral discussions with prominent global figures, including King Abdullah II of Jordan, King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain, UN Secretary-General António Guterres, President Prabowo Subianto of Indonesia, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud.

During these interactions, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stressed the urgent need for coordinated international efforts to restore peace in the region. He reiterated Pakistan’s consistent support for the Palestinian cause, emphasizing Islamabad’s unwavering diplomatic and moral backing.

“Our position is rooted in justice and humanity. Pakistan will continue to stand by the Palestinian cause and support all peaceful initiatives aimed at ending violence and ensuring the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people,” the Prime Minister said.

The discussions also focused on broader regional stability, strengthening multilateral cooperation, and promoting dialogue to resolve long-standing conflicts.