Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed Saudi Arabia’s recognition of Pakistan’s outstanding Hajj 2026 arrangements, describing the prestigious Labbaytum Excellence Awards as a matter of national pride and an acknowledgment of the country’s commitment to serving pilgrims with professionalism and integrity. During a meeting with officials from the Ministry of Religious Affairs and award-winning Hajj…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has described the Pakistan-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) as the beginning of a “new era of peace,” reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to promoting regional stability, diplomacy, and stronger bilateral ties with Iran. Addressing a joint press conference alongside Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian in Islamabad, the prime minister said the Islamabad MoU…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has defended the legitimacy of the current government, stating that if the 2018 general elections are considered legitimate, then the present government must also be regarded as legitimate. Speaking during the debate on the Finance Bill 2026-27 in the National Assembly, the prime minister rejected opposition claims questioning his government’s constitutional…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has clarified that Iran’s ballistic missile programme was never included in the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between Iran and the United States. The statement was made during a delegation-level meeting held in Islamabad alongside Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian. Speaking during the meeting, the prime minister emphasized that the…
Iranian President Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian concluded his one-day official visit to Pakistan by reaffirming Iran’s commitment to regional peace, stronger Pakistan-Iran relations, and the creation of a new regional security architecture based on cooperation and mutual respect. During a joint press conference with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad, President Pezeshkian praised Pakistan’s efforts in…
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in Pakistan on Tuesday for an official visit at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, marking an important step in strengthening bilateral relations between the two neighboring countries. The high-level visit includes meetings with Pakistan’s top civilian leadership and discussions on regional cooperation, trade, energy, border security, and diplomatic…
Pakistan, Qatar mediation secures breakthrough in US-Iran talks as 60-day roadmap agreed A major diplomatic breakthrough was achieved in Bürgenstock, Switzerland, where the United States and Iran concluded their first high-level negotiations under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) framework. The talks, facilitated by Pakistan and Qatar, resulted in a 60-day roadmap aimed at reaching…
The first round of quadripartite negotiations between the United States and Iran concluded in Bürgenstock, Switzerland, after approximately 80 minutes of discussions, with Pakistan and Qatar serving as key mediators in the high-level diplomatic process. According to reports, the opening session ended to allow participating delegations to hold internal consultations before continuing negotiations. Officials did…
Former Sindh Governor Imran Ismail has called for political dialogue and negotiations, stating that Pakistan’s ongoing political challenges can only be resolved through constructive discussions among stakeholders. Speaking at a seminar organized by the National Dialogue Committee in Lahore, he emphasized the importance of reconciliation and consensus for ensuring long-term political stability. During his address,…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif departed from Islamabad on Sunday with a high-level Pakistani delegation for an official visit to Switzerland, where important technical-level diplomatic negotiations are scheduled to take place amid growing international attention on regional peace and stability. The visit comes as the Swiss resort town of Bürgenstock prepares to host another round of…
