Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with Turkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to convey his warm greetings and best wishes to him, as well as to the brotherly people of Turkiye, on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul Fitr.

According to Radio Pakistan, the Prime Minister expressed satisfaction at the positive momentum in bilateral relations between the two countries while recalling President Erdogan’s historic visit to Pakistan last month. He emphasized the need for the timely implementation of important decisions taken during the 7th High Level Strategic Cooperative Council meeting in Islamabad.

Shehbaz Sharif underscored the deep-rooted historic ties between the two countries, highlighting the pride in their consistent support for each other, particularly on issues of core interest.

The leaders also exchanged views on the regional situation, with President Erdogan thanking the Prime Minister for his Eid ul Fitr wishes and reciprocating sentiments for the people of Pakistan. He reaffirmed Turkiye’s steadfast support for Pakistan on all important issues.