PM Shehbaz Sharif meets President Erdoğan, sets $5 billion trade target
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will visit Iran and Turkiye from July 3 to July 5, the Foreign Office confirmed on Thursday. The first stop will be Iran, where the premier is set to participate in the funeral of late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Available reports state Ayatollah Khamenei was assassinated in US-Israeli strikes on February 28.
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During his visit to Turkiye, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a meeting with President Erdoğan in Istanbul, which the prime minister later reflected on as being positive.
During his visit, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised Türkiye for its unwavering support, stating that the country has always stood by Pakistan.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has returned to Lahore after concluding his official visit to Iran and Türkiye. During his trip, the prime minister also addressed a Pak-Turkish Business Conference.
During his visit to Türkiye, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised the country for its unwavering support, stating that Türkiye has always stood by Pakistan. The discussions have reportedly created new momentum for trade ties between the two nations.
During his visit to Türkiye, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan agreed to boost bilateral trade between the two countries to $5 billion.
The prime minister also thanked Türkiye for its firm and unwavering support for Pakistan, particularly on the Kashmir issue.
During his visit to Türkiye, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The two leaders pledged mutual support between Pakistan and Türkiye.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif returned to Lahore on Friday, concluding his official visits to Iran and Türkiye.
Following his meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on July 4, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan described the 'Islamabad Memorandum' as a key step for world peace.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif returned to Lahore on Saturday, July 4, after concluding his official visits to Iran and Türkiye. During his trip, the prime minister also gave an exclusive interview to a Turkish television channel, where he spoke on the subject of mediation between the United States and Iran.
Following his meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif made an announcement affirming that Pakistan and Türkiye stand side by side. Reports also mentioned a "July 11 talk" in the context of the leaders' meeting, though further details were not immediately available.
During his visit to Türkiye, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. In their discussions, the prime minister stressed the need for a stronger technology partnership between Pakistan and Türkiye. He also remarked that the two nations have "always stood together in every challenge."
Further reports from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's visit to Türkiye indicate that he made an unspecified "offer" to the country. The details of the offer have not been disclosed.
During his official visit to Türkiye, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif highlighted the strong bilateral relationship between the two countries.
In a statement, the prime minister said that Türkiye has always stood by Pakistan in times of war and disaster.
During his visit to Türkiye, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. At a business forum in Istanbul, the prime minister also announced a new bilateral trade target of $5 billion.
During his visit to Istanbul, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addressed a Pakistan-Türkiye Business-to-Business (B2B) Conference. In a meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the prime minister stated that Pakistan had secured a role of mediation with President Erdoğan's support.
Following the meeting, President Erdoğan was quoted as saying, "We will always stand with Pakistan."
During their meeting in Istanbul on Saturday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan reaffirmed their commitment to increasing annual bilateral trade to a target of $5 billion. The two leaders also agreed to accelerate work on a dedicated Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Karachi to facilitate Turkish businesses and investors.
The discussions, held at Vahdettin Palace, covered expanding the existing Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) to improve market access. President Erdoğan identified energy, transportation, information technology, and critical minerals as key sectors for the next phase of economic cooperation.
President Erdoğan also commended Pakistan’s diplomatic role in facilitating dialogue between the United States and Iran, which led to the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding in June. Prime Minister Sharif noted that Türkiye’s “unwavering support” was essential during the negotiations.
During his visit to Turkiye on Saturday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a joint press conference with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in Istanbul, where the two leaders discussed bilateral relations.
President Erdoğan reaffirmed his country's strong support, stating that Turkiye will always stand with Pakistan. In his address, Prime Minister Sharif highlighted Turkiye's historical support for Pakistan during various crises, including wars and earthquakes.
On Saturday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a joint press conference in Istanbul. The Prime Minister also addressed the Pakistan–Türkiye Business-to-Business (B2B) Conference. During his engagements, PM Sharif stated that Turkiye and Saudi Arabia "stood like rock with Pakistan" during a past conflict with India.
On Saturday, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan officially welcomed Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the Vahdettin Palace in Istanbul. Following the welcome ceremony, the two leaders held a closed-door bilateral meeting to discuss strengthening strategic cooperation.
The talks were attended by senior Turkish officials, including Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and National Intelligence Organization chief Ibrahim Kalın. Delegation-level discussions and a joint press conference are also scheduled to take place.
During his key meetings with investors in Istanbul, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif invited Turkish companies to pursue investment opportunities in Pakistan's IT, mining, infrastructure, and privatization sectors.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, during his visit to Türkiye, held meetings with Turkish investors on Saturday. The discussions reportedly focused on boosting economic cooperation between the two countries.
During his official visit to Istanbul, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a series of meetings on Saturday with senior executives from Türkiye’s leading business groups, inviting them to expand their investments in Pakistan.
According to the Prime Minister’s Office, the premier highlighted opportunities in key sectors including energy, mining, infrastructure, maritime and logistics, information technology, telecommunications, manufacturing, agriculture, and privatisation. He reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to strengthening economic cooperation and providing a transparent, business-friendly investment environment.
The prime minister noted that the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) offers one-window facilitation for strategic investors. During a meeting with Ahmet Çalık, chairman of Çalık Holding, PM Shehbaz discussed opportunities in the energy and infrastructure sectors. He also invited the Albayrak Group to expand its investments in port modernisation and logistics.
Turkish business leaders expressed confidence in Pakistan’s economic outlook and reaffirmed their interest in developing long-term partnerships.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is in Istanbul on a bilateral visit at the invitation of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Discussions during the visit are set to focus on strengthening cooperation in trade, investment, and regional security.
The prime minister is accompanied by a delegation including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar.
Upon his arrival at Istanbul’s Ataturk Airport on Friday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was received by Turkish Minister of Trade Professor Dr Omer Bolat, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Turkiye Dr Yusuf Junaid, and other officials from the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The prime minister is accompanied by a delegation including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar and Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar.
During the visit, Prime Minister Shehbaz and President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan are scheduled to hold detailed discussions on all aspects of bilateral relations, with a specific focus on enhancing cooperation in trade and investment. The leaders will also exchange views on regional peace and security.
The prime minister is also slated to address a Pakistan-hosted business conference aimed at highlighting investment opportunities in sectors such as special economic zones (SEZs), energy, information technology, and privatisation. The event will be attended by prominent Turkish business leaders and investors.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Istanbul on Friday on a bilateral visit to Türkiye at the invitation of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
At Istanbul’s Atatürk Airport, the prime minister was received by Türkiye’s Trade Minister Prof. Dr. Ömer Bolat, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Türkiye Dr Yousaf Junaid, and other senior officials. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Information Minister Attaullah Tarar are accompanying the premier.
During the visit, PM Shehbaz and President Erdoğan are expected to hold comprehensive talks on bilateral relations, with a particular focus on enhancing cooperation in trade and investment. The two leaders will also exchange views on regional peace and security.
The prime minister is also scheduled to address a Pakistan-hosted business conference to highlight investment opportunities in sectors such as Special Economic Zones (SEZs), energy, information technology, and privatization.
After attending the funeral of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has departed for Türkiye, the second stop on his official visit.
The Prime Minister's visit to Iran and Turkiye is also being discussed in the context of a potential "Pak-Iran-Turkey Muslim Block," according to some reports.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has departed for a one-day visit to Iran. The premier is travelling to attend the funeral prayers for Iran's late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is accompanied by a high-level delegation including National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar, PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, PPP Secretary General Nayyer Bukhari, and Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah.
The Prime Minister’s Office stated that the premier will express condolences and reaffirm Pakistan's solidarity with Iran. Separately, a delegation led by Senate Chairman Yousaf Raza Gilani has also arrived in Tehran to attend the funeral, according to state media.
Following the visit to Iran, the prime minister is scheduled to proceed to Turkiye.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Tehran to attend the funeral of Iran's late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
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