Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed on Wednesday the Pakistan’s full solidarity with the Palestinian people during a meeting with Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa on the sidelines of the COP31 conference in Antalya, Türkiye.
Mustafa thanked Pakistan for raising its voice in support of the Palestinian people at international forums.
The prime minister also held meetings with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud, Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman and Secretary-General of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Ismail Ould Cheikh Ahmed.
During his meeting with President Pezeshkian, PM Shehbaz discussed bilateral relations, mutual cooperation and the regional situation, with particular emphasis on peace and stability.
The prime minister also met Turkish First Lady Emine Erdoğan, Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel bin Ahmed Al-Jubeir and World Bank President Ajay Banga.
The meetings covered bilateral relations, regional developments and the difficulties faced by countries most affected by climate change.
The leaders also discussed the importance of highlighting these challenges at international forums and strengthening cooperation to address them.
PM Shehbaz's meeting with Iranian president
During his meeting with President Pezeshkian, the prime minister discussed ways to strengthen relations between Pakistan and Iran and expand mutual cooperation.
Both leaders also exchanged views on regional developments and the need for peace and stability in the region.
