Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Monday received a telephone call from António Costa, President of the European Council and during their cordial conversation, the two leaders exchanged views on the current situation in the Middle East.
PM, President European Council exchange views on situation in Middle East
ISLAMABAD, Apr 20 (APP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif Monday received a telephone call from António Costa, President of the European Council and during their cordial conversation, the two leaders exchanged views on the current situation in the Middle East. The Prime Minister shared with President Costa the latest updates on Pakistan’s diplomatic outreach and peace efforts.
President Costa expressed deep appreciation for Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting dialogue and stability in the region and said that the EU was ready to support this process in every possible manner. Both leaders stressed the need to continue with dialogue and diplomacy to ensure lasting regional and global security. In this regard, the two leaders also agreed to remain in touch.
In a post on X, António Costa said, “It was a pleasure to speak with the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif. I expressed my sincere gratitude to Pakistan for its tireless efforts and extended my best wishes for the upcoming crucial period.
The world is watching with great expectation the next meeting between the United States and Iran, which should take place in Islamabad as soon as possible.”
“We hope that an agreement will be reached to bring an end to the conflict and lead to the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The European Union supports all ongoing efforts towards peace in the Middle East,” he added.
