Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed all Pakistani embassies and diplomatic missions abroad to play a more proactive role in creating overseas employment opportunities for skilled Pakistani workers as part of the government’s broader strategy to boost exports of skilled manpower and increase remittances. Chairing a high-level meeting on youth employment, the prime minister said…
Pakistan and Türkiye have reaffirmed their commitment to increasing bilateral trade to $5 billion, marking a significant step toward strengthening economic cooperation and expanding their long-standing strategic partnership. The understanding was reached during high-level talks in Istanbul between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, where both leaders reviewed the full spectrum…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reaffirmed the deep-rooted friendship between Pakistan and Türkiye, pledging to elevate their strategic partnership through expanded cooperation in trade, investment, defence, energy, technology, and regional peace initiatives. During high-level talks in Istanbul, both leaders agreed to accelerate efforts to achieve their shared goal of increasing…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is departing on a five-day official visit to Iran and Türkiye, beginning with his participation in the funeral prayers and final rites of former Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran. The prime minister will be accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, members of the federal cabinet, and a…
Pakistan has taken a significant step toward transforming its agriculture sector as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed the early formulation of a comprehensive National Agriculture Policy in consultation with provincial governments. The announcement aims to modernize farming, improve crop productivity, strengthen food security, and unlock sustainable economic growth through innovation, technology, and better policymaking. During…
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…
