Civil, military leadership working in tandem to revitalise Pakistan’s economy: PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday said that Pakistan’s civil and military leadership are working in tandem to revitalise the national economy and strengthen diplomatic ties. Speaking to journalists alongside Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, the prime minister noted: “Allah Almighty…
Pakistan's Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has stated that the nation's civil and military authorities are collaborating to revitalize the country's economy and enhance diplomatic relations. During a press conference with Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam during the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Sharif expressed his gratitude for Allah's blessings on the mutual consultations and efforts made by Pakistan's leadership to strengthen the economy.
Sharif emphasized Pakistan's commitment to regional peace initiatives under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding and reiterated its dedication to collaborative stability efforts in the region. He reiterated Pakistan's strong support for Lebanon's territorial integrity and independence, while consistently denouncing external aggression and the loss of innocent civilian lives.
Lebanese Prime Minister Salam praised Pakistan's efforts to de-escalate tensions in the region and find a diplomatic solution to conflicts. He expressed hope that Pakistan's initiatives would bring down regional tensions and lead to a diplomatic resolution. Regarding the situation in the Straits of Hormuz and Bab al Mandab in the Red Sea, Shehbaz mentioned that friendly countries were working together to de-escalate the situation.
When asked about his meeting with the President of Iran, Sharif revealed that he informed the Iranian leader about Pakistan's efforts to de-escalate regional tensions. He stated that both parties agreed that the establishment of peace in the region is the need of the hour. The Iranian president acknowledged Pakistan's efforts and expressed readiness to work further on the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.
Sharif also addressed the issue of terrorism, noting that terrorists originating from Afghanistan were perpetrating violent acts in Pakistan, leading to the death of innocent people and military and police personnel. He affirmed that Pakistan will not remain passive until terrorism is completely eradicated from the country.
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