Pakistan premier visits Türkiye to boost ties

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Türkiye on President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s invitation, as the two countries seek to strengthen their strategic partnership.

Trade Minister Ömer Bolat said he welcomed Sharif in Istanbul, describing Pakistan as a “friendly and brotherly” country.

Bolat said relations between Türkiye and Pakistan were based on deep-rooted brotherhood, mutual trust and common goals.

“We continue our efforts to further advance our relations in every field, especially trade, investment and economic cooperation,” he said on social media.