Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev on the sidelines of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) summit.
During the meeting, Prime Minister Shehbaz expressed gratitude to President Aliyev for Azerbaijan’s continued support to Pakistan amid its recent tensions with India. He also reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for Azerbaijan during its difficult times.
Both leaders reviewed progress on investment opportunities and expressed satisfaction over the ongoing developments in bilateral economic cooperation.
The Prime Minister said that Pakistan has also constantly supported Azerbaijan during difficult times. The two leaders expressed satisfaction over the progress made in the possibility of investment.
The two leaders agreed to increase cooperation in the trade and investment sectors, and Azerbaijan also reaffirmed his commitment to give investment in Pakistan.
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif said that the recent talks between the leadership of the two countries have been helpful in strengthening bilateral relations.
On the other hand, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif joined the leaders of the ECO region as they gathered here for the two-day 17th Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO).
As the prime minister arrived at Khankendi Congress Centre, the venue of the summit, he was received by President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev.
Both leaders warmly shook hands before proceeding to a family photo along with other participating leaders.
At the summit, the prime minister will share Pakistan’s perspective on key regional and global challenges, reaffirm Pakistan’s commitment to the ECO Vision 2025, and advocate for enhanced intra-regional trade, transport connectivity, energy cooperation, and sustainable development.
