PM Shehbaz, Kuwaiti FM discuss regional peace, bilateral ties

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah in Islamabad

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah in Islamabad on Wednesday. The meeting focused on Pakistan-Kuwait relations, regional developments and ways to expand cooperation between the two countries.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar also attended the meeting. Federal ministers for defence, commerce, national food security, communications, maritime affairs and petroleum were present. Advisers to the prime minister also joined the discussions.

Prime Minister Shehbaz conveyed his best wishes to Kuwaiti Emir Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled. He said Pakistan and Kuwait shared close and brotherly relations.

The prime minister said the relationship was built on shared values, mutual trust and longstanding ties. He added that both countries had supported each other during difficult times.

The regional situation was a major part of the discussion. Shehbaz reaffirmed Pakistan’s solidarity with Kuwait’s leadership and people.

He strongly condemned attacks on Kuwait and other friendly Gulf countries during the ongoing regional conflict. He said Pakistan stood with its brotherly Gulf partners during the challenging situation.

Shehbaz said Pakistan remained committed to promoting peace and stability in the region. He said Islamabad was playing the role of an honest and sincere mediator and facilitator in efforts to ease tensions.

The prime minister stressed the importance of dialogue and diplomacy. He said peaceful engagement was essential for resolving regional disputes and preventing further escalation.

The two sides also reviewed the progress in Pakistan-Kuwait relations. Shehbaz expressed satisfaction with the growing cooperation between the two countries.

He called for further expansion of bilateral ties in key economic and strategic areas. These include trade, investment, energy, agriculture and information technology.

Cooperation in maritime affairs and human resource development was also discussed. The prime minister said stronger economic links could create new opportunities for both countries.

Shehbaz thanked the Kuwaiti government for its hospitality towards the Pakistani community. He also praised the contribution of Pakistani citizens to Kuwait’s social and economic development.

The Kuwaiti foreign minister conveyed the best wishes of Kuwait’s leadership to Prime Minister Shehbaz. He expressed his country’s desire to strengthen cooperation with Pakistan in areas of mutual interest.

The minister appreciated Pakistan’s efforts to promote dialogue and diplomacy in response to the regional crisis. He also thanked Pakistan’s leadership and people for their continued support for Kuwait during difficult circumstances.

Both sides stressed the importance of regular consultations. They agreed that closer communication would help further strengthen bilateral relations.

Pakistan and Kuwait also agreed to facilitate high-level exchanges in the near future. Such visits are expected to improve coordination and expand cooperation between the two countries.