PM Shehbaz emphasises to resolve disputes peacefully through dialogue, diplomacy

Ashgabat: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has emphasized the need to resolve disputes peacefully through dialogue and diplomacy.

He was addressing the international forum marking the "International Year of Peace and Trust 2025," the "International Day of Neutrality," and the 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality in Ashgabat.

The Prime Minister said peaceful resolution of disputes is a cornerstone of Pakistan's foreign policy. He said Pakistan supported Gaza peace plan and its subsequent endorsement by the UN Security Council.

He hoped the ongoing peace efforts in the Middle East will ultimately protect and save the lives of innocent Palestinians by ensuring a permanent and lasting ceasefire, allow the flow of critical humanitarian aid and help in reconstruction of Gaza.

Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan has been and shall continue to support all efforts aimed at upholding the inalienable right to self-determination of Palestinian people as well as the brave and resilient Kashmiri people.

Alluding to the menace of terrorism, the Prime Minister called upon the international community to urge the Afghan Taliban regime to fulfill its international obligations and commitments and rein in terror elements operating from its territory.     

Shehbaz Sharif said the pursuit of lasting peace is intrinsically linked to the path of sustainable development. In this regard, the 2030 agenda for sustainable development presents a universal blueprint for a better and peaceful world.   

The Prime Minister said socio-economic development and welfare of the people is his government’s foremost priority. We have made significant strides in several key areas including by advancing financial inclusion and bringing the women and the marginalized into the economic mainstream.

Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan has demonstrated its strong commitment to undertake cleaner and greener solutions in the face of global warming. He said we have set a global example in eco-system restoration. However, he said like developing countries, our quest for sustainable development is facing the headwinds of climate induced disasters and inequities in international economic relations.

Describing climate change, poverty and inequality as transnational threats, the Prime Minister said these challenges demand international solutions built on the foundation of shared responsibility and unity of purpose. He emphasized that access to advanced technologies especially digital technologies must also be equitable and without any kind of discrimination.  

The Prime Minister called for investments in connectivity projects, not just as conduits for the transportation of goods, but as bridges for peoples, ideas and prosperity. He emphasized that the international community must chart a common course toward a future defined by peace, mutual trust and shared prosperity.

On the occasion of the international forum, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had informal and cordial meetings with global leaders.

The Prime Minister held informal discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon and Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov.

The Prime Minister remained the center of attention for the global leaders.