Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed Pakistan’s readiness to extend all possible relief and humanitarian assistance for the flood-affected people of Indonesia. He made this assurance during a telephonic call with President of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto today. The Prime Minister extended heartfelt condolences and profound sympathy to the people and Government of Indonesia over the tragic loss of precious lives and widespread devastation caused by recent floods and landslides across Indonesia, particularly in Sumatra.

According to Radio Pakistan, while expressing full solidarity with Indonesia, Shehbaz Sharif assured the Indonesian President that Pakistan is ready to extend all possible relief and humanitarian assistance, including sharing of Pakistan’s own experience in managing large-scale flood emergencies, rehabilitation, and reconstruction efforts. The Prime Minister, during the call, highlighted the shared vulnerability of both countries before the impacts of climate-induced disasters, and stressed the importance of enhanced cooperation in disaster preparedness, response, and climate resilience.

President of Indonesia Prabowo Subianto thanked the Prime Minister for the expression of condolences and solidarity. The Indonesian President shared with the Prime Minister that the Indonesian authorities had responded swiftly and effectively to deal with this catastrophe. The Prime Minister further said that he is looking forward to welcoming the Indonesian President to Pakistan, for the scheduled official visit next week. Shehbaz Sharif said that the visit would offer, the leaders of both countries, a valuable opportunity to further strengthen bilateral diplomatic ties and cooperation across all areas of mutual interest.