Antalya:Pakistan and Türkiye have stressed the need to expedite existing initiatives and explore new opportunities to enhance economic cooperation.

According to Radio Pakistan, this emphasis was highlighted during a bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Türkiye's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Antalya, held on the sidelines of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change COP31 Leaders' Summit.

The leaders reaffirmed the deep-rooted, historic, and brotherly ties between their countries and expressed satisfaction with the positive trajectory of bilateral relations. Discussions focused on enhancing cooperation in areas such as trade and investment, defense collaboration, energy cooperation, and connectivity.

In addition to economic discussions, the two leaders exchanged views on regional and global developments. Prime Minister Sharif highlighted regional efforts, particularly by Makkah Accord members, to promote de-escalation and dialogue. President Erdogan appreciated Pakistan's role in mediation efforts that led to the Islamabad MoU.

Prime Minister Sharif expressed gratitude to President Erdogan for his support and coordination in Pakistan's diplomatic efforts. Both leaders emphasized the importance of adherence to the Islamabad MoU to ensure lasting peace in the region and reaffirmed their support for each other on issues of national interest, aiming to strengthen their strategic partnership.