Islamabad:Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, discussing the enhancement of their countries’ strategic partnership.
According to Azeri-Press news agency, the leaders noted the positive development of friendly relations and emphasized the significance of high-level meetings in strengthening bilateral ties. Prime Minister Sharif expressed admiration for President Aliyev and the Azerbaijani people, reflecting the respect the Pakistani people have for them.
The discussion also focused on expanding cooperation beyond political relations to include economic, trade, and investment sectors. Prime Minister Sharif praised the Azerbaijan-inspired service center in Islamabad and sought further support to implement this model in other parts of Pakistan, to which President Aliyev agreed.
Furthermore, Sharif thanked Aliyev for Azerbaijan’s continued support, highlighting it as a testament to the friendship and solidarity between the two nations. The leaders also acknowledged Pakistan’s recent diplomatic initiatives aimed at fostering dialogue and reducing tensions in regional and international affairs. They exchanged views on various bilateral and multilateral issues, along with the current regional and international landscape.