NEW YORK: Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif met with his Iraqi Counterpart Mohammad Shia’ Al Sudani on the sidelines of 79th UN General Assembly Session in New York on Friday.
During the meeting, the two leaders agreed to further deepen and broaden the scope of existing bilateral ties.
They decided to benefit from the potential that exists between the two Countries for enhancing mutually beneficial cooperation.
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif meets with Prime Minister of Iraq, Mr. Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani on the sidelines of 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
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The two leaders also exchanged views on regional and international issues of mutual interest.
Both the leaders noted with grave concern the ongoing Israeli carnage on Gaza and the ensuing humanitarian catastrophe.
The prime minister lauded the cordial ties between the two brotherly Countries, reinforced by strong historical, cultural and religious affinities. He also commended the excellent arrangements made by the Iraqi government for the Pakistani Zaireen.
ShAhbaz Sharif reiterated Pakistan’s call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and holding Israel accountable for the Gaza genocide.
Underscoring the commonality of views on international issues, both the leaders resolved to reinforce the international efforts both at UN and OIC platforms for immediate ceasefire in Gaza, unimpeded supply of humanitarian assistance to Palestinian brethren.
